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EF05 JCF

2018 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,568 mi
Last recorded67,568 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 12039,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 JCF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 67,568 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both front (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2025 56,083 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2024 47,998 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 28 Jun 2024 49,722 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 24 Jun 2023 43,098 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 37,861 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 33,533 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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EF05 JCF is a 2018 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 39,564 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EF05 JCF, 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 8 years old, this BMW 120 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was EF05 JCF registered?

EF05 JCF is a 2018 BMW 120, first registered on 25 June 2018.

Is EF05 JCF safe to buy?

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