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CP55 XWS

2005 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

133,169 mi
Last recorded133,169 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 XWS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 133,169 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2018 119,498 miles

CHILD SEATS Fitted at BOTH Rear Outer positions, VISUAL ONLY Seat Belt Check carried out.

Pass 29 Jun 2017 109,336 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jun 2017 109,137 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

rear exhaust mounting corroded but still adequately supported

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2016 97,083 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 88,463 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 88,463 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 83,255 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 83,255 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all four tyre treads close to limit

o/s/r and n/s/f tyres deteriorating

wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 20 Jun 2013 79,795 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 72,146 miles

tca light on

Pass 22 Jun 2011 63,844 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 56,520 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 37,386 miles

front brake discs and pads wearing low

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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CP55 XWS is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 CP55 XWS, 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 CP55 XWS registered?

CP55 XWS is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is CP55 XWS safe to buy?

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