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BL55 NVS

2005 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,493 mi
Last recorded134,493 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 NVS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 134,493 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 133,639 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2021 133,637 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 131,054 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 129,145 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 129,145 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 125,713 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 122,132 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 118,063 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 114,236 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 114,236 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 110,520 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 108,626 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 105,623 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Nov 2011 99,571 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 83,531 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2010 83,531 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2009 67,983 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 67,983 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 52,754 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 NVS is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NVS, 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

How do I check the history of BL55 NVS?

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What year was BL55 NVS registered?

BL55 NVS is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is BL55 NVS safe to buy?

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