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BK55 ZHZ

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

155,785 mi
Last recorded155,785 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 155,785 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 147,283 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 140,557 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 136,253 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2014 136,253 miles

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 129,077 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 120,213 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 109,279 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 102,935 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 95,265 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 88,567 miles

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

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

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 ZHZ 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 BK55 ZHZ, 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 ZHZ registered?

BK55 ZHZ is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 23 September 2005.

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The MOT history for BK55 ZHZ 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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