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AO55 WNG

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

147,151 mi
Last recorded147,151 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 WNG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 147,151 miles

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 141,245 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 136,708 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 134,824 miles

engine air intake noisey

Fail 20 Nov 2019 134,823 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both sides (4.7.2 (a))

engine air intake noisey

Pass 14 Feb 2017 121,890 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear number plate light dim

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2016 105,347 miles

...Thanx 4visiting us...

Front brake hoses are cracked (where marked)

Play noted in n/s/f anti-roll bar link joint

Propellor shaft doughnut couplings are deteriorating....i.e..Cracked & fibre showing on front one

Under-tray & engine cover prevents view to some testable items

Fail 16 Feb 2016 105,347 miles

...Thanx 4visiting us...

Front brake hoses are cracked (where marked)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Play noted in n/s/f anti-roll bar link joint

Propellor shaft doughnut couplings are deteriorating....i.e..Cracked & fibre showing on front one

Under-tray & engine cover prevents view to some testable items

Pass 12 Feb 2015 95,431 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 79,585 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 65,665 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 151,374 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

brake warning lamp iluminated

Pass 7 Feb 2011 119,067 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 98,553 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 73,965 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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AO55 WNG is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AO55 WNG, 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.

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AO55 WNG is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 17 November 2005.

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