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DY55 XCW

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

142,501 mi
Last recorded142,501 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 XCW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2021 142,501 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2021 141,890 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 139,637 miles

Auxiliary belt noisy

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front control arm bushes deteriorated

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

Rear suspension bushes deteriorated

Rear wiper blade defective

Fail 12 Jun 2019 139,637 miles

Auxiliary belt noisy

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose excessively deteriorated Both sides rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front control arm bushes deteriorated

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

Rear suspension bushes deteriorated

Rear wiper blade defective

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 131,552 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 121,464 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 112,535 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi hose slightly perishing (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi hose slightly perishing (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi hose slightly perishing (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi hose slightly perishing (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 102,913 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 102,913 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 89,089 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

o/s/r tyre bworn on edges

Pass 14 May 2013 81,076 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2012 73,450 miles

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

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

oil leak from engine

rear screenwash not working

Pass 7 May 2011 66,675 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 60,489 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 49,370 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 44,066 miles

both front tyres wearing unevenly and on wear indicators

both rear tyres on legal limit of 1.6mm

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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DY55 XCW is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DY55 XCW, 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 DY55 XCW registered?

DY55 XCW is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 7 November 2005.

Is DY55 XCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 XCW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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