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FL55 EGE

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

140,296 mi
Last recorded140,296 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 EGE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 140,296 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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

Rear number plate dirty - cleaned

Pass 1 Jan 2021 122,849 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Dec 2020 122,846 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2020 118,982 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 111,213 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 103,130 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 95,380 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 89,396 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 82,389 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2015 82,389 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2014 74,711 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 67,390 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 62,314 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 56,385 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 46,723 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 39,341 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 EGE is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EGE, 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 FL55 EGE registered?

FL55 EGE is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is FL55 EGE safe to buy?

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