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BK55 TJZ

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

192,009 mi
Last recorded192,009 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 TJZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 192,009 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2021 191,657 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 131,022 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 176,362 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2017 166,880 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 156,830 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 156,830 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 147,551 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 133,134 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 128,155 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 117,391 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 117,390 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of the vehicle

Pass 15 Jan 2011 107,476 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 94,009 miles

under tray fitted unable to carry out full inspection

Pass 17 Jan 2009 67,273 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 64,769 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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BK55 TJZ 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 BK55 TJZ, 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 BK55 TJZ registered?

BK55 TJZ is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 15 September 2005.

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The MOT history for BK55 TJZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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