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CV05 GVN

2005 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,667 mi
Last recorded100,667 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV05 GVN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2022 100,667 miles

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Under-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.

Vehicle is Under-sealed.

Fail 5 Jan 2022 100,667 miles

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Under-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.

Vehicle is Under-sealed.

Pass 16 Dec 2020 90,159 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 79,339 miles

Nearside Front brake hose flexi deteriorated

Offside Front brake hose flex deteriorated

Pass 18 Dec 2018 66,153 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 60,481 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 60,481 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 50,495 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 48,494 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 45,742 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 42,474 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 38,796 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 35,182 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 31,599 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 26,961 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 22,740 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 22,645 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 18,084 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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CV05 GVN is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CV05 GVN, 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 CV05 GVN registered?

CV05 GVN is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is CV05 GVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV05 GVN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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