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120 JPA

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

40,323 mi
Last recorded40,323 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration120 JPA
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 40,323 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 39,050 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 38,050 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 36,927 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 35,661 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 33,799 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 32,073 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 30,547 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 30,547 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 29,074 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 27,524 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 25,715 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 23,904 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 22,316 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 20,490 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 17,999 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 15,145 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 11,882 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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120 JPA is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 91,247 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 120 JPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 120 JPA?

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What year was 120 JPA registered?

120 JPA is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is 120 JPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 120 JPA 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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