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CK05 XLZ

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

183,432 mi
Last recorded183,432 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK05 XLZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2020 183,432 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 173,131 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2019 173,131 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 154,273 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 142,939 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2016 142,939 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 132,135 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 120,420 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 105,741 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 90,132 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 79,991 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)

all brake discs slightly worn

Pass 13 Oct 2009 65,027 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 65,027 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

DSC Light Showing

Pass 15 Oct 2008 53,363 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 49,211 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 39,641 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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CK05 XLZ is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CK05 XLZ, 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 CK05 XLZ registered?

CK05 XLZ is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 6 May 2005.

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