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EK05 CME

2005 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

102,797 mi
Last recorded102,797 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 CME
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2016 102,797 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 102,796 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 28 May 2015 97,449 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 91,469 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 85,328 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 71,216 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 65,488 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 56,075 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 46,924 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 37,698 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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EK05 CME 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 EK05 CME, 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 EK05 CME?

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What year was EK05 CME registered?

EK05 CME is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is EK05 CME safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK05 CME shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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