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BN55 CVT

2005 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

105,717 mi
Last recorded105,717 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 CVT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 105,717 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively osf/nsf (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively osr/nsr (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 96,710 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread on limit (0.1 (b))

centre exhaust mount broken

engine smoky

oil leaks engine ?

Pass 3 Nov 2023 91,064 miles

Both front brake hoses perished and cracking

Both registration plates deteriorated but unlikely to be misread

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2022 88,501 miles

front brake hoses cracking

front no plate marked

Pass 20 Oct 2021 82,214 miles

Fuel cap seal perished

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Oct 2021 82,204 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55 r16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55 r16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Fuel cap seal perished

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 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 76,824 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

both rear tyres very much on limit

front brake hoses cracking

oil leaks ?

Pass 26 Jun 2019 69,527 miles

both rear tyres getting low

possible oil leaks

Pass 3 Jul 2018 62,242 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 27 Jun 2018 62,133 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Jul 2017 58,260 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Jul 2016 56,568 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 55,518 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads on 3mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 52,750 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 50,501 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 48,068 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 45,610 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 43,597 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 41,384 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 38,340 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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BN55 CVT is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BN55 CVT, 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 BN55 CVT registered?

BN55 CVT is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is BN55 CVT safe to buy?

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