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EY05 TXK

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,465 mi
Last recorded109,465 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY05 TXK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Jan 2017 109,465 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 103,670 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 98,023 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 88,764 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 81,817 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 74,751 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 67,473 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 61,929 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 56,430 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 55,261 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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EY05 TXK 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 100%.

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 EY05 TXK, 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 EY05 TXK?

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What year was EY05 TXK registered?

EY05 TXK is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is EY05 TXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY05 TXK shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EY05 TXK have outstanding finance?

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