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GP05 BXJ

2005 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,344 mi
Last recorded128,344 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 BXJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 128,344 miles
Fail 7 May 2020 128,301 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear differential has oil leak and is very noisy.

Pass 23 Aug 2018 108,911 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2018 108,911 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 101,081 miles

Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

brake warning light on

Pass 29 Aug 2016 92,077 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 83,148 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 74,956 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 66,016 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 7 Jul 2012 59,574 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 49,659 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 37,512 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 24,362 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 16,300 miles

both front tyres approaching/close to legal limit on outer edge (nearside outer edge 2.5mm offside outer edge 3.0mm)

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 BXJ is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BXJ, 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 BXJ registered?

GP05 BXJ is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is GP05 BXJ safe to buy?

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