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FM54 VKV

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

182,971 mi
Last recorded182,971 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM54 VKV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 182,971 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 178,615 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 172,648 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 164,479 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/r o/s/r (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 156,716 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 154,961 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2019 151,135 miles

Sound deadening material not fully secure (under bonnet) (8.1.1 (b) (i))

propshaft coupling perishing

rear axle corrosion

Pass 23 Apr 2018 148,506 miles

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

Pass 24 Apr 2017 145,398 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 141,094 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.4.G.2)

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

engine bay covers and under trays fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2015 137,320 miles

light warning sybol stays on dash

Fail 2 Mar 2015 137,320 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

light warning sybol stays on dash

o/s/r tyre worn heavily on inner edge

Pass 30 Jan 2014 131,912 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 123,930 miles

wear to front tyres inner edges

Pass 24 Jan 2012 114,108 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 106,565 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 98,119 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 87,568 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 26 Jan 2008 62,371 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner and outter edges

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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FM54 VKV is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FM54 VKV, 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 FM54 VKV registered?

FM54 VKV is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 4 February 2005.

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