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CF05 APY

2005 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,378 mi
Last recorded43,378 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF05 APY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 43,378 miles

Undertrays covering not allowing full inspection of the underneath of the vehicle.

Pass 20 Jun 2025 38,101 miles

Both rear bump stops perished

Fuel cap seal starting to perish

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

Nearside Rear Tyre on 3mm

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre on 3mm

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of the underneath of the vehicle.

Pass 17 Jun 2024 33,091 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Possible cam cover. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of the underneath of the vehicle.

Pass 10 Jul 2023 25,411 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 24,588 miles

both front tyres wearing on edge

Pass 24 Jun 2021 24,505 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 24,454 miles

both fornt tyres wearing on edge

Pass 28 May 2019 23,291 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 22,671 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 22,048 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 21,322 miles

rear no plate deteriated

Pass 12 May 2015 20,567 miles

rear no plate deterited

Pass 6 Jun 2014 19,937 miles

rear no plate faded

Pass 11 Jun 2013 18,853 miles

nearside rear tyre close to legal limit

Pass 28 Jun 2012 17,476 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit

Pass 13 Jul 2011 16,560 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 13,906 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)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 12,843 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 10,491 miles

marks on offside front bumper

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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CF05 APY is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CF05 APY, 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 CF05 APY registered?

CF05 APY is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is CF05 APY safe to buy?

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