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CX55 RUV

2005 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,470 mi
Last recorded95,470 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 RUV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2026 95,470 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 x pipes corroded at ferrule end (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2025 92,199 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

general corrosion on all suspension and steering

Pass 10 Jun 2024 89,579 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all x 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated all x4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2023 85,965 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule 4 x flexi hose ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 x rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 82,950 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 81,056 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 79,771 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 78,043 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 76,088 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 73,768 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 71,790 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 18,000 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 67,184 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 62,038 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 56,528 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 48,465 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 42,364 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 36,818 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 27,982 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 RUV is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel 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 CX55 RUV, 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.

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What year was CX55 RUV registered?

CX55 RUV is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is CX55 RUV safe to buy?

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