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BD55 ZHO

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

140,731 mi
Last recorded140,731 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 ZHO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 140,731 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s n/s front perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s n/s (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2023 133,214 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 127,892 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 124,424 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 121,941 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 118,429 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 118,429 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 117,441 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 113,889 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 109,341 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 104,876 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Nov 2014 104,876 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2013 97,434 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2012 86,140 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 76,860 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)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 63,420 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 46,699 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 34,029 miles

door handles sticking

washers poor

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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BD55 ZHO is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BD55 ZHO, 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 BD55 ZHO registered?

BD55 ZHO is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 28 December 2005.

Is BD55 ZHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 ZHO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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