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GF05 KUT

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

188,979 mi
Last recorded188,979 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 KUT
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2022 188,979 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jul 2022 188,979 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 183,498 miles

Engine under tray damaged and slightly hanging down

Front Number plate damaged

General surface corrosion underneath vehicle body

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated RECOMMENDED ATTENTION NOW (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Centre lower arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated RECOMMENDED ATTENTION NOW (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak from rear differential (NEEDS ATTENTION)

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All rear suspension arms deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2021 183,498 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Also has cords exposed on inside edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Engine under tray damaged and slightly hanging down

Front Number plate damaged

General surface corrosion underneath vehicle body

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated RECOMMENDED ATTENTION NOW (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Centre lower arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated RECOMMENDED ATTENTION NOW (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak from rear differential (NEEDS ATTENTION)

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All rear suspension arms deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 168,716 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 160,059 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2019 160,059 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 152,232 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 143,907 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

suspect engine oil breather system blocked

Pass 27 Jun 2016 139,936 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 128,953 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 118,650 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 107,710 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 92,669 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 79,952 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 62,575 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 48,179 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 36,690 miles

nearside front tyre on 2mm on outer edge.

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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GF05 KUT is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GF05 KUT, 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 GF05 KUT registered?

GF05 KUT is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is GF05 KUT safe to buy?

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