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CA05 SWF

2005 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,749 mi
Last recorded128,749 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 SWF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2016 128,749 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 120,131 miles

Bonnet handle broken but still opens

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

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

oil leak

Fail 10 Nov 2015 120,131 miles

Bonnet handle broken but still opens

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

oil leak

Pass 15 Nov 2014 110,859 miles

Nearside Rear 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 25 Nov 2013 96,946 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 88,609 miles

DSC Lamp ON

Engine Oil Leak Onto Exhaust

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 79,505 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 69,138 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 57,742 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 49,823 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 42,733 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 42,714 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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CA05 SWF is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CA05 SWF, 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 CA05 SWF registered?

CA05 SWF is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is CA05 SWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA05 SWF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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