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GD05 FKB

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

183,717 mi
Last recorded183,717 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD05 FKB
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 183,717 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall not showing cords.

Fail 2 Aug 2017 183,717 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall not showing cords.

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 174,320 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 170,183 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front/rear registration plates none compliant to bs au 145d

Pass 20 Jun 2015 170,183 miles

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

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

front/rear registration plates none compliant to bs au 145d

Pass 30 Jun 2014 166,096 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 162,126 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 160,998 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 149,126 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 149,126 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 128,923 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 110,391 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 87,073 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear brake pad depth sensor adrift.

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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GD05 FKB is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GD05 FKB, 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.

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What year was GD05 FKB registered?

GD05 FKB is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 22 August 2005.

Is GD05 FKB safe to buy?

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