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AK55 TCY

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

119,065 mi
Last recorded119,065 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 TCY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2024 119,065 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side tyres only 3mm ,also perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 107,515 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 104,339 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 109,086 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 94,458 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 81,066 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2017 75,442 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 70,732 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 30 Jun 2016 70,732 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 67,376 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 60,649 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 50,610 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 39,593 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 27,729 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 20,132 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 17,723 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 14,916 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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AK55 TCY is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 92,216 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK55 TCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK55 TCY registered?

AK55 TCY is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is AK55 TCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 TCY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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