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HK05 KNL

2005 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

72,512 mi
Last recorded72,512 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK05 KNL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 72,512 miles

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 69,827 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 May 2023 66,802 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 64,273 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 61,686 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 58,481 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 53,569 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 49,325 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 45,010 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 40,346 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 36,307 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 32,845 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 29,001 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 8 Aug 2012 24,765 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 19,458 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 17,007 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Jul 2010 17,007 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Aug 2009 15,160 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 13,734 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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HK05 KNL is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 HK05 KNL, 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 HK05 KNL registered?

HK05 KNL is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is HK05 KNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK05 KNL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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