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AX05 BFK

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

128,909 mi
Last recorded128,909 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 BFK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 128,909 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus perished and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

abs warning appears to have an intermittent fault suggest further investiagation

Pass 17 Apr 2025 127,220 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 124,160 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 119,228 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 113,760 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 110,835 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 108,122 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 100,970 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 95,710 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 95,705 miles

Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 90,349 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 83,841 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 78,169 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2014 72,166 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 65,982 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 61,144 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 55,986 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 49,557 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 43,933 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 38,239 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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AX05 BFK is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 91,539 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX05 BFK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 118 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX05 BFK registered?

AX05 BFK is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is AX05 BFK safe to buy?

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