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EO55 HGL

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,703 mi
Last recorded121,703 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO55 HGL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 121,703 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 119,335 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber cover loose/adrift

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pads both sides and offside rear outer (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Slight corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Undertrays/covers fitted to underside and engine- obscuring view of some components

Fail 14 Jan 2025 119,333 miles

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber cover loose/adrift

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pads both sides and offside rear outer (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Slight corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Undertrays/covers fitted to underside and engine- obscuring view of some components

Pass 24 Jan 2024 117,371 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front and both rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

Under tray covers fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2023 113,864 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front and O/S/R (4.4.3 (a))

Under tray covers fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2022 109,914 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension components corroded

Fail 24 Jan 2022 109,912 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

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

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

Rear Suspension components corroded

Pass 13 Feb 2021 107,779 miles

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

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

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

Under body covers fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2019 99,906 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 93,733 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 86,330 miles

all covers fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2016 81,502 miles

covers fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2015 77,421 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both outer sills and under wheel arches covered

unable to see rear coil springs fully

Pass 24 Jul 2014 70,351 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both outer sills and under wheel arches covered

Fail 23 Jul 2014 70,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both outer sills and under wheel arches covered

Pass 16 Jul 2013 64,357 miles

emissions trigger point not met

Pass 16 Jul 2012 59,111 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 52,492 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 46,972 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 38,042 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 28,407 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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EO55 HGL is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EO55 HGL, 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 EO55 HGL registered?

EO55 HGL is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is EO55 HGL safe to buy?

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