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GR55 BVM

2005 BMW 118

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,814 mi
Last recorded60,814 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR55 BVM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 60,814 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2023 60,646 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 58,866 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material plastic coated ,showing some signs or corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 56,834 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 55,600 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 53,762 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 49,834 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 46,620 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 42,660 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 39,317 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 36,476 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 32,672 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 29,797 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 26,635 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 21,068 miles

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)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 16,952 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2008 13,240 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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GR55 BVM is a 2005 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GR55 BVM, 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 GR55 BVM registered?

GR55 BVM is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 19 December 2005.

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