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BK55 BXS

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,877 mi
Last recorded164,877 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 BXS
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2016 164,877 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 162,767 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 129,967 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 102,393 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 83,190 miles

nearside front tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 28 Oct 2011 70,834 miles

front brake pads 70% worn

front brake discs worn and lipped

Pass 27 Oct 2010 55,296 miles

stone chips front windscreen

Pass 22 Oct 2009 42,503 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 10,713 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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BK55 BXS is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BK55 BXS, 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 BK55 BXS?

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What year was BK55 BXS registered?

BK55 BXS is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is BK55 BXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK55 BXS shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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