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BT05 XMA

2005 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

193,111 mi
Last recorded193,111 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 XMA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 193,111 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear axle / subframe rusty

Pass 1 Nov 2024 189,532 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rusty condition (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 184,592 miles

Vehicle fitted with undertrays

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 178,508 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 172,526 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 164,709 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 May 2019 152,774 miles

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

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

Fail 3 May 2019 152,774 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 4 May 2018 141,936 miles

Windscreen cracked outside of swept area

Fail 28 Apr 2018 141,936 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System warning lamp illuminated

Windscreen cracked outside of swept area

Pass 13 Jun 2017 136,615 miles

Front tyres wearing on tread shoulders

Pass 7 Jun 2016 128,910 miles

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

both rear tyres worn on inner raised edges

Fail 6 Jun 2016 128,892 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing stalk (5.1.1)

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

both rear tyres worn on inner raised edges

Pass 10 Jun 2015 117,956 miles

TPMS light on

screw in offside front tyre

Pass 17 Jun 2014 107,028 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2014 106,914 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 97,231 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 97,266 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 85,980 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 75,555 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 66,655 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 57,841 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 49,394 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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BT05 XMA is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 BT05 XMA, 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 BT05 XMA registered?

BT05 XMA is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is BT05 XMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 XMA shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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