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EO05 VVD

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

162,753 mi
Last recorded162,753 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2012
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 VVD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2012 162,753 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres are worn on edges

Pass 4 Sep 2010 141,224 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 127,615 miles

discs and pads worn

Pass 4 Mar 2008 114,861 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 114,453 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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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EO05 VVD is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EO05 VVD, 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 EO05 VVD registered?

EO05 VVD is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is EO05 VVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO05 VVD shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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