No, KH05 CAO is currently registered under SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) with the DVLA.

When is the MOT due for KH05 CAO?

The MOT for KH05 CAO is valid and due for renewal on or before 30 July 2021.

What is the recorded mileage of KH05 CAO?

The recorded mileage for KH05 CAO is 189,820 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is KH05 CAO ULEZ compliant?

No, KH05 CAO does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does KH05 CAO have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, KH05 CAO is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

2005 BMW 118 2.0L Diesel · KH05 CAO

KH05 CAO

2005 BMW 118 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 189,820 miles. MOT expired on 30 Jul 2021. Currently declared SORN. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 118
Year / Origin: 2005 · Borehamwood (Luton)
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Expired on 30 Jul 2021
Road Tax: SORN
Recorded Mileage: 189,820 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Available on IAGC

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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MOT Status

Expired

Expired on 30 Jul 2021View ↓

Tax Status

SORN

Statutory Off Road (SORN)

Fuel Type

DIESEL

Year

2005

Engine

1995cc

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KH05 CAO Key Findings

17 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2020
189,820 miles recorded at latest MOT
5 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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KH05 CAO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Nov 2026, 10:07

MOT Analysis

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17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 118 (KH05 CAO) between May 2008 and July 2020.

The record contains 12 passes and 5 failures.

The most recent test on 31 July 2020 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (12 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)”; “Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)”; “Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)”.

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KH05 CAO Mileage History

21/05/200842,986 mi
01/06/200948,217 mi+5,231 mi
26/07/201069,228 mi+21,011 mi
20/07/201178,615 mi+9,387 mi
20/07/201178,615 mi
13/08/201297,755 mi+19,140 mi
13/08/201297,755 mi
24/09/2013116,000 mi+18,245 mi
19/09/2014132,991 mi+16,991 mi
19/09/2014132,991 mi
13/08/2015148,765 mi+15,774 mi
18/08/2015148,924 mi+159 mi
25/08/2016162,124 mi+13,200 mi
19/05/2018167,214 mi+5,090 mi
19/05/2018167,214 mi
06/06/2019180,483 mi+13,269 mi
31/07/2020189,820 mi+9,337 mi

Average of roughly 12,040 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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