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EK05 CJO

2005 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

95,757 mi
Last recorded95,757 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 CJO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 95,757 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2025 94,609 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 89,404 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 85,380 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 82,051 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 79,374 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 77,250 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 75,801 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 73,355 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Jan 2017 71,018 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Jan 2016 67,871 miles

Undertrays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 26 Jan 2015 62,947 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 58,236 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 53,143 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 48,002 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 43,186 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 38,571 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 33,837 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 29,170 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 29,120 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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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EK05 CJO is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol 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 EK05 CJO, 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 EK05 CJO registered?

EK05 CJO is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is EK05 CJO safe to buy?

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