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FD05 XEV

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,982 mi
Last recorded166,982 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 XEV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 22 Jan 2021 166,982 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 148,420 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 140,178 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 132,932 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 123,437 miles

front brake pads getting low

Pass 2 Jun 2015 110,427 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 97,475 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 83,016 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 77,535 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 68,708 miles

n/s rear tyre worn on outer edge close to limit

Pass 25 May 2010 55,788 miles

Both front tyres scrubbed on outer edges

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 27 May 2009 43,763 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 32,641 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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FD05 XEV is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FD05 XEV, 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 FD05 XEV registered?

FD05 XEV is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 18 June 2005.

Is FD05 XEV safe to buy?

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