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EO55 SYE

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

107,765 mi
Last recorded107,765 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO55 SYE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 107,765 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 100,909 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2024 100,909 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 97,133 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 92,341 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 90,311 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 88,472 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and nail in (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2018 80,089 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 72,826 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 70,504 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 66,442 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 61,580 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 55,696 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s front tyre sidewall damaged

Fail 2 Oct 2012 50,680 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2012 50,680 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2011 41,181 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 35,753 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 27,517 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 20,525 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2008 20,522 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres wearing on outer 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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EO55 SYE is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SYE, 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.

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What year was EO55 SYE registered?

EO55 SYE is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 24 September 2005.

Is EO55 SYE safe to buy?

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