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GL55 GXU

2005 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

118,165 mi
Last recorded118,165 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 GXU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 118,165 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 106,411 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 93,539 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 80,293 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 80,268 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 72,012 miles

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

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

o/s/r tyre wearing on inside edge.

Pass 20 Sep 2013 64,046 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front & rear brakes pads wearing low

Pass 11 Sep 2012 55,144 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Sep 2011 46,169 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Sep 2010 36,994 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 33,235 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 25,335 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 25,330 miles

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

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

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

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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GL55 GXU is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GL55 GXU, 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 GL55 GXU registered?

GL55 GXU is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is GL55 GXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL55 GXU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL55 GXU have outstanding finance?

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