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CX55 RTV

2005 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,896 mi
Last recorded122,896 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 RTV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 25 Feb 2025 122,896 miles

Coolant leak

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

Pass 29 Feb 2024 121,697 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 121,096 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 118,945 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 116,001 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 111,481 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 108,060 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 104,406 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 101,034 miles

both front tyres getting low (worn on edges).

nearside rear jacking mount rubber missing

Pass 14 Jan 2014 83,512 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 73,315 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 65,430 miles

nearside front tyre nearing limit

nearside rear tyre nearing limit

offside front tyre on the legal limit

offside rear tyre nearing limit

Pass 8 Jan 2011 53,302 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 36,791 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 19,978 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 17,878 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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CX55 RTV is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 CX55 RTV, 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 CX55 RTV registered?

CX55 RTV is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is CX55 RTV safe to buy?

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