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FV05 XDH

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

197,560 mi
Last recorded197,560 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 XDH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 197,560 miles

Nearside 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))

rubber propshaft coupling cracking

Fail 8 Nov 2021 197,554 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside 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))

rubber propshaft coupling cracking

Pass 20 Nov 2020 187,717 miles

rear propshaft rubber coupling cracking

Fail 17 Nov 2020 187,640 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

rear propshaft rubber coupling cracking

Pass 21 Nov 2019 177,134 miles

offside and nearside rear most brake hoses perished

Fail 20 Nov 2019 177,134 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

offside and nearside rear most brake hoses perished

Pass 21 Nov 2018 164,311 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective drivers blade splitting. (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 150,336 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 140,243 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015
Pass 20 Nov 2014 125,180 miles

deep cut in n/s/f tyre tread.

Pass 25 Jun 2014 123,296 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jun 2013 102,785 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 102,785 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 85,521 miles

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

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

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

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

bonnet not locking secure

Pass 27 Jun 2011 70,222 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 70,222 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 60,151 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 50,035 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 50,006 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 35,705 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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FV05 XDH is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV05 XDH, 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 FV05 XDH registered?

FV05 XDH is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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