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GJ05 UTH

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

101,764 mi
Last recorded101,764 miles
Recorded on7 May 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 UTH
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2014 101,764 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 94,825 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear brake pad warning light wire detached

Fail 27 Mar 2013 94,825 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear brake pad warning light wire detached

Pass 22 Mar 2012 87,737 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Number plates changed suspect old ones will be refitted

Offside front tyre scrubbed on outer edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Mar 2012 87,737 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside front tyre scrubbed on outer edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2011 81,188 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 73,957 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 65,663 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 54,267 miles

advise:diesel emissions to clean to start machine.

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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GJ05 UTH is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GJ05 UTH, 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 GJ05 UTH registered?

GJ05 UTH is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is GJ05 UTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ05 UTH shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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