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GP05 LAW

2016 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,042 mi
Last recorded44,042 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 11846,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 LAW
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 44,042 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2024 41,273 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2024 41,255 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 38,210 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Dec 2023 38,210 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached balljoint has detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 34,660 miles

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 29,630 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 25,505 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 19,662 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 LAW is a 2016 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 46,794 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 GP05 LAW, 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 10 years old, this BMW 118 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GP05 LAW?

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What year was GP05 LAW registered?

GP05 LAW is a 2016 BMW 118, first registered on 20 December 2016.

Is GP05 LAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP05 LAW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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