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GY05 GFV

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

123,215 mi
Last recorded123,215 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 GFV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 123,215 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2025 112,726 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all four pipes, front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 15 Apr 2025 112,726 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all four pipes, front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2024 104,618 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2023 100,176 miles

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 + cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 97,077 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 90,551 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2020 85,351 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 79,042 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 68,457 miles

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

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2017 57,751 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 3 Mar 2016 44,953 miles

rear tyres starting to wear low

Pass 19 Mar 2015 33,310 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2014 21,316 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 20,140 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 19,344 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 17,974 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 17,434 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 15,058 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 11,569 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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GY05 GFV is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GY05 GFV, 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 GY05 GFV registered?

GY05 GFV is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 29 March 2005.

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