CarVerify

Free Car Check

AV55 UWW

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

141,002 mi
Last recorded141,002 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 UWW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 141,002 miles

slight play in steering top housing

wipers slightly smeary

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

nsf arch lining missing-front bumper damaged

passenger seatbelts not accessible

Pass 25 May 2023 125,200 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii)) Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) Steering column top bearing slightly worn

Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i)) Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e)) Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

Fail 25 May 2023 125,200 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii)) Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) Steering column top bearing slightly worn

Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i)) Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e)) Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fail 2 May 2023 124,955 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 107,538 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 91,188 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rear, loose (6.1.2 (a))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Near side rear (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays/covers fitted

Fail 26 Apr 2021 91,188 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rear, loose (6.1.2 (a))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Near side rear (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp(s) not working Off side rear (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays/covers fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2020 71,741 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 69,646 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 67,065 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the front axel.

off side rear tyre tread shows deep splits.

Pass 23 Mar 2017 65,612 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the rear axel.

Pass 4 Apr 2016 63,471 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the rear axel.

off side rear tyre perished.

Fail 4 Apr 2016 63,471 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the rear axel.

off side rear tyre perished.

Pass 8 Apr 2015 61,840 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 59,981 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 56,938 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 51,710 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 45,547 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 42,974 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 36,230 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 26,888 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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
Full BMW 120 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AV55 UWW is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AV55 UWW, 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 AV55 UWW?

You can check the full history of AV55 UWW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AV55 UWW registered?

AV55 UWW is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is AV55 UWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 UWW shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AV55 UWW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AV55 UWW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.