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FY55 KJZ

2005 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

64,719 mi
Last recorded64,719 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 KJZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 64,719 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 64,719 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 64,292 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 63,575 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 62,445 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 54,433 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 46,073 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 39,590 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 34,954 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 29,593 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Sep 2014 29,006 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Aug 2013 15,716 miles

n/s o/s front tyres wearing on outer edges

slight engine oil leak rear top cam cover area

Fail 10 Aug 2013 15,632 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine oil level low

n/s o/s front tyres wearing on outer edges

rear washer inop

Pass 12 Sep 2012 10,522 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 5,556 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 5,553 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 5,129 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 4,499 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 3,658 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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FY55 KJZ is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FY55 KJZ, 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 FY55 KJZ registered?

FY55 KJZ is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is FY55 KJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 KJZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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