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AU55 TVF

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

131,427 mi
Last recorded131,427 miles
Recorded on10 May 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 TVF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2016 131,427 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 125,720 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 120,442 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 114,655 miles

additional trailer sockets removed

Fail 28 Jun 2013 114,654 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

additional trailer sockets removed

Pass 26 Oct 2012 104,327 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 91,731 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 80,285 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 54,645 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 35,659 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 16,920 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AU55 TVF is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AU55 TVF, 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

How do I check the history of AU55 TVF?

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What year was AU55 TVF registered?

AU55 TVF is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is AU55 TVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 TVF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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