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BJ55 LRF

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

124,131 mi
Last recorded124,131 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 LRF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2018 124,131 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 110,237 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 110,237 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 99,665 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

under tray fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2014 88,367 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 79,935 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 69,060 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 59,530 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 50,441 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 42,513 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 33,325 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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BJ55 LRF is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black 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 BJ55 LRF, 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 BJ55 LRF registered?

BJ55 LRF is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is BJ55 LRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ55 LRF 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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