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CA05 XRL

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

153,059 mi
Last recorded153,059 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 XRL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 153,059 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play UPPER ARM. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play UPPER ARM. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Nov 2023 153,059 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake hose excessively deteriorated AT CALIPER. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play UPPER ARM. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play UPPER ARM. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 135,995 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Sep 2022 135,995 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 127,125 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 122,720 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2019 114,844 miles

both rear tyres perishing between treads

offside rear shock absorber damp

plastic under trays fitted

rear differential unit noisy when spinning rear wheels

Pass 17 Sep 2018 105,661 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

both rear tyres perished

under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 28 Sep 2017 97,507 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 11 Oct 2016 89,342 miles

front number plate slightly damaged

nearside front tyre wearing heavily to outer edge

plastic under trays fitted through out underside

uneven wear to both rear tyre inner edges

Pass 13 Oct 2015 80,700 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 74,717 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 68,714 miles

both fdront brake hoses perrished

Pass 11 Oct 2012 63,946 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2011 58,856 miles

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

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

Plastic under trays fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2010 53,630 miles

Both rear tyres wearing smooth on inner edges.

Plastic covers fitted to inner door shuts.

Plastic shields fitted to engine and transmission.

Pass 16 Oct 2009 46,114 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 40,902 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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 XRL is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XRL, 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 XRL registered?

CA05 XRL is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is CA05 XRL safe to buy?

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