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GM05 KYM

2013 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,564 mi
Last recorded42,564 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM05 KYM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2025 42,564 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 41,892 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 37,169 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 33,688 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 29,604 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 24,131 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 21,994 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 19,277 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 14,911 miles

front brake disc's are slightly corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2016 12,316 miles

slight wiper smear

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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GM05 KYM is a 2013 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2013 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 64,054 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 GM05 KYM, 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 13 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GM05 KYM?

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What year was GM05 KYM registered?

GM05 KYM is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 30 August 2013.

Is GM05 KYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM05 KYM shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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