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BL55 JXE

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

167,794 mi
Last recorded167,794 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 JXE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 167,794 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Rear brake pad warning wire broken

Fail 5 Jan 2026 167,793 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake pad warning wiring broken

Pass 11 Nov 2024 165,199 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 157,253 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very near limit (5.2.3 (e))

brake servo slow build up at idle speed.

mil light on.

Fail 7 Apr 2022 157,253 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very near limit (5.2.3 (e))

brake servo slow build up at idle speed.

mil light on.

Pass 25 Jan 2021 147,828 miles

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Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED BACK THOUGHT VEHICLE

Pass 29 Jan 2020 142,507 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 129,438 miles

Front shock absorbers slightly soft

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Slight binding to o/s/f brake

Pass 21 Dec 2017 122,093 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 112,405 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front flexi brake hoses (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both rear steels (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2015 105,643 miles

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

Rear Propshaft drive flange split

Pass 6 Oct 2014 95,466 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 86,576 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 76,024 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 64,948 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 51,709 miles

front brake discs heavily pitted

offside rear brake disc inner face pitted

Pass 10 Nov 2009 44,792 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 42,370 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 42,370 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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BL55 JXE is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BL55 JXE, 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 BL55 JXE registered?

BL55 JXE is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 30 December 2005.

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