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FL55 LFD

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

200,872 mi
Last recorded200,872 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 200,872 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 194,544 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 171,015 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 139,300 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jan 2014 111,154 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 82,758 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 82,758 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 59,443 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 42,074 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

under tray fitted

Pass 5 Feb 2010 36,816 miles

engine undertray fitted restricting inspection

plastic covers fitted to both sides outer sills restricting inspection

plastic covers fitted to the underneath restricting inspection

Pass 3 Oct 2008 29,262 miles

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 tray fitted to the underneath of car restricting inspection

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 LFD is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LFD, 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 LFD registered?

FL55 LFD is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is FL55 LFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL55 LFD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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