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EO05 KUK

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

172,032 mi
Last recorded172,032 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 KUK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 172,032 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 155,465 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 141,876 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 131,074 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 122,275 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 107,519 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2010 99,172 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 99,172 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 90,639 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 82,570 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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EO05 KUK is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel 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 EO05 KUK, 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 EO05 KUK?

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What year was EO05 KUK registered?

EO05 KUK is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is EO05 KUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO05 KUK 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.

Does EO05 KUK have outstanding finance?

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