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CX55 ZGP

2005 BMW 118

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,678 mi
Last recorded26,678 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 ZGP
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 26,678 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 26,650 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 26,405 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Lower Fuel filler hose slightly damaged (not split through at time of test).

Pass 5 Oct 2022 26,297 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe blistering under protective film (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes blistering under protective film (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 25,959 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 25,959 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 25,448 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 24,933 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 23,768 miles

Both rear and o/s front brake pipes blistering

Pass 2 Oct 2017 22,653 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 20,893 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 19,627 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 18,671 miles

Rear washer inop

Fail 27 Sep 2013 16,898 miles

N/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 16,898 miles

N/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 25 Sep 2012 15,728 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 14,139 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 12,237 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 9,645 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 9,645 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 7,270 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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CX55 ZGP is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 CX55 ZGP, 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 CX55 ZGP registered?

CX55 ZGP is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is CX55 ZGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX55 ZGP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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