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AX54 NFE

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

202,234 mi
Last recorded202,234 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 NFE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 202,234 miles

nearside front wheel bearing slight play

offside front linkrod has slight play

slight oil leak

Pass 17 May 2019 177,470 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2018 159,623 miles

nearside front wheel bearing slight play

Pass 26 May 2017 138,622 miles

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

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

Fail 25 May 2017 138,622 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 128,748 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 117,716 miles

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

clip corroded away on fuel filler pipe @ tank

rear brakepads wearing

Pass 24 Jul 2014 107,228 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 91,184 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 61,713 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 61,713 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 4 May 2011 40,670 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 38,129 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 33,241 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 27,456 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 26,814 miles

advise stone chip on screen outside swept area

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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AX54 NFE is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AX54 NFE, 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 AX54 NFE registered?

AX54 NFE is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is AX54 NFE safe to buy?

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