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EX55 XMD

2005 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

123,912 mi
Last recorded123,912 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 XMD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 123,912 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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

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

N/S/F tyre wearing slightly on outer edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 117,859 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 110,610 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 103,277 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 97,357 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2015 84,170 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 72,896 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 59,989 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Nov 2013 59,989 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 47,873 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 47,873 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 43,504 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 38,003 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 31,875 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 25,088 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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EX55 XMD is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EX55 XMD, 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 EX55 XMD registered?

EX55 XMD is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is EX55 XMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 XMD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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