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FL55 COU

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

131,682 mi
Last recorded131,682 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 COU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 131,682 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 119,322 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 119,322 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 101,927 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 81,349 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 79,318 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 75,648 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2013 71,907 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2012 66,777 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 61,816 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 57,188 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 50,553 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 45,090 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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FL55 COU 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 92.3%.

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 FL55 COU, 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 FL55 COU registered?

FL55 COU is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is FL55 COU safe to buy?

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