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BF05 XWC

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

186,638 mi
Last recorded186,638 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 XWC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2021 186,638 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2021 186,637 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 171,780 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 171,780 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 164,043 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 156,096 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 148,166 miles

Front Lower under tray fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2016 220,758 miles

Offside Front headlamp has water droplets inside

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

engine cover/under tray fitted obscuring some component check

Pass 15 May 2015 196,411 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

water droplets inside o/s front headlamp

Pass 10 May 2014 173,269 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 95,607 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 95,600 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 7 May 2012 93,067 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 90,551 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 84,388 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2009 77,993 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 58,951 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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BF05 XWC is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BF05 XWC, 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 BF05 XWC registered?

BF05 XWC is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is BF05 XWC safe to buy?

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