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AX05 OEK

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

129,611 mi
Last recorded129,611 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 OEK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2021 129,611 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 113,235 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both offside and nearside fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both offside and nearside rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

engine cover, undertrays and plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 22 May 2018 110,461 miles

under tray fitted.zone A chipped.

Pass 22 May 2017 106,060 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

under tray fitted.child seat fitted.

Pass 7 Dec 2015 97,316 miles

Child seat fitted

Damage to n/s/r door

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both age cracking (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Wear on front tyre edges

Fail 7 Dec 2015 97,316 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Child seat fitted

Damage to n/s/r door

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both age cracking (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Signs of overheating on o/s/r brake components,needs attention

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Wear on front tyre edges

Pass 9 Dec 2014 92,301 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre perished in tread pattern

o/s/f tyre perished in tread pattern

Fail 5 Dec 2014 92,242 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre perished in tread pattern

o/s/f tyre perished in tread pattern

Pass 5 Dec 2013 88,065 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2012 84,139 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 72,030 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jan 2011 60,992 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 53,332 miles

tyre deflated light on +brake pad warning light

Pass 22 Jun 2009 39,851 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 30,472 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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

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AX05 OEK is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OEK, 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 OEK registered?

AX05 OEK is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 27 July 2005.

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