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AU05 XWN

2005 BMW 120

Brown Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

177,649 mi
Last recorded177,649 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 XWN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 177,649 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 177,586 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2020 167,543 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 158,319 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 flexi hoses starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 147,492 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 137,187 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 115,114 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 93,105 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2014 79,220 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 78,285 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 70,360 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 61,332 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2010 49,812 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 41,578 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 33,989 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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AU05 XWN is a 2005 BMW 120 in Brown with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AU05 XWN, 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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What year was AU05 XWN registered?

AU05 XWN is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is AU05 XWN safe to buy?

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