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EK55 VNT

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

134,956 mi
Last recorded134,956 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 VNT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 134,956 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 129,698 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 12 Dec 2016 120,204 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 106,822 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 93,748 miles

Both rear shock adsorbers have poor damping affect

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

Pass 12 Dec 2013 83,047 miles

Both front tyres have worn very low on the outer edge

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

Fail 10 Dec 2013 83,015 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Both front tyres have worn very low on the outer edge

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

Pass 4 Dec 2012 72,919 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 62,730 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2010 53,335 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 44,691 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 44,687 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 36,243 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

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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EK55 VNT is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EK55 VNT, 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 EK55 VNT registered?

EK55 VNT is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 13 December 2005.

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