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GL05 LFX

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,709 mi
Last recorded136,709 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 LFX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 136,709 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 136,709 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 130,469 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 130,469 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Fail 30 Jun 2014 121,180 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 121,180 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 109,756 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 May 2012 93,986 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2011 83,117 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 80,425 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 68,209 miles

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

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

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

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

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

brake warning light on

Pass 19 Jun 2008 56,247 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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GL05 LFX is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GL05 LFX, 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 GL05 LFX registered?

GL05 LFX is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 19 June 2005.

Is GL05 LFX safe to buy?

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