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CA05 PZW

2005 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

106,353 mi
Last recorded106,353 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 PZW
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2015 106,353 miles

front brake discs wearing low

nail in rear tyres

Pass 2 Dec 2014 101,020 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2013 95,064 miles

Oil leak

Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 86,230 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 76,307 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 76,305 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2010 55,458 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 43,885 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 43,876 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 35,658 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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CA05 PZW is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 CA05 PZW, 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 CA05 PZW registered?

CA05 PZW is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 21 June 2005.

Is CA05 PZW safe to buy?

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