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GP05 AVX

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

163,771 mi
Last recorded163,771 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 AVX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 163,771 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 156,556 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2017 156,548 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 155,067 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on edges

Rear Tyre's wearing on edges

Pass 22 Dec 2014 142,614 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 126,892 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 112,490 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 98,314 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 98,314 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2010 84,105 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2009 68,860 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 68,860 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 55,303 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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GP05 AVX is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GP05 AVX, 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 GP05 AVX registered?

GP05 AVX is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is GP05 AVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP05 AVX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GP05 AVX have outstanding finance?

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