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DU55 ATV

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

212,024 mi
Last recorded212,024 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 ATV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 212,024 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 160,386 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 154,017 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 147,806 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 142,862 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 137,281 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 137,281 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 132,611 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 129,007 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

under shields fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2018 122,662 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2017 120,815 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 117,008 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 114,002 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 111,503 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2013 108,051 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jun 2012 102,153 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 88,061 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 81,078 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 65,399 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 49,790 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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DU55 ATV is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 DU55 ATV, 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 DU55 ATV registered?

DU55 ATV is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is DU55 ATV safe to buy?

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