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EO55 XEP

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

163,217 mi
Last recorded163,217 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2021 163,217 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2021 163,217 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 21 Jan 2021 162,606 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside body slightly damaged.

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 154,498 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 142,894 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 140,489 miles

front brake hoses perished

near side front tyre very low on edges 205/50/17

Fail 10 Nov 2017 140,489 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

front brake hoses perished

front pads worn

near side front tyre very low on edges 205/50/17

Pass 12 Nov 2016 129,091 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 118,340 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2015 118,339 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2014 106,132 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 106,132 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 90,303 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 74,444 miles

front pads getting low, discs very worn & lip, nsr tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 26 Oct 2011 60,324 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 44,360 miles

brake warning light on front pads on limit

Pass 21 Sep 2009 34,640 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 27,197 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 XEP is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XEP, 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 XEP registered?

EO55 XEP is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 13 September 2005.

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