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GK05 UXU

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,588 mi
Last recorded106,588 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 UXU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2015 106,588 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 103,726 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 99,965 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 99,965 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

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

Pass 1 May 2012 94,662 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 May 2011 89,099 miles

Front brake pads and discs worn.Recommend replacement.

Pass 4 May 2010 84,181 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 72,866 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 59,815 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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GK05 UXU is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GK05 UXU, 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 GK05 UXU registered?

GK05 UXU is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is GK05 UXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK05 UXU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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