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FP55 RTU

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,311 mi
Last recorded97,311 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 RTU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 97,311 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 26 Nov 2025 97,311 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted clip missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2024 76,740 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Nov 2024 76,735 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 73,343 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 72,389 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 71,535 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 70,269 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 69,071 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

rear flexible brake hoses slight corrosion

Pass 8 Nov 2018 66,109 miles

Front Tyres slightly out of shape on inner and outer edges

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Flexible Brake Hoses Have Slight Corrosion To Ferrels

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 62,963 miles

wiper blades deteriorated

N/S/F shock absorber slightly damp

Offside Front flexible brake hose deteriorated

Pass 9 Nov 2016 58,927 miles

front flexible brake hoses slightly deteriorated

Fail 7 Nov 2016 58,918 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front flexible brake hoses slightly deteriorated

Pass 9 Nov 2015 54,779 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 49,060 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 42,612 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 36,423 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 29,560 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 24,296 miles

rear brake pads worn low

Pass 11 Nov 2009 19,026 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on outer edges

Pass 11 Nov 2008 14,239 miles

vehicle fitted with underbody plastic trims

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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FP55 RTU is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FP55 RTU, 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 FP55 RTU registered?

FP55 RTU is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 6 December 2005.

Is FP55 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 RTU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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