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AX54 NKR

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,791 mi
Last recorded104,791 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 NKR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 104,791 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 104,791 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Passenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 88,134 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 82,882 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 79,691 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Traction control light on

Fail 30 Jun 2012 79,691 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Traction control light on

Pass 21 Jun 2011 70,883 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brake pads are low

o/s rear has child car seat can not check seat belt

Fail 21 Jun 2011 70,883 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brake pads are low

o/s rear has child car seat can not check seat belt

Pass 30 Jun 2010 61,821 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 61,821 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

near side front tyre wearing on outer edge

near side rear tyre and off side rear tyre low tread on inner and outer edge

rear centre light not working

Pass 30 Jun 2009 54,621 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 2 Feb 2008 42,522 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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AX54 NKR is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX54 NKR, 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

How do I check the history of AX54 NKR?

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What year was AX54 NKR registered?

AX54 NKR is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 25 January 2005.

Is AX54 NKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX54 NKR shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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