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FV55 CJY

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

160,759 mi
Last recorded160,759 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 CJY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2022 160,759 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 145,732 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 121,251 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 113,741 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Nov 2014 113,741 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2013 102,628 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Inner Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 90,777 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 78,541 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Nov 2010 68,224 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Nov 2010 68,041 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Nov 2009 56,003 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 56,003 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 42,706 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2008 42,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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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FV55 CJY is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FV55 CJY, 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 FV55 CJY registered?

FV55 CJY is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 4 November 2005.

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The MOT history for FV55 CJY shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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