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FX05 OXD

2005 BMW 120

Brown Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

136,636 mi
Last recorded136,636 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 OXD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 136,636 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s/f & o/s/f (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 127,602 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 127,451 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 119,769 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 119,570 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault warning light on dash, dtc button notworking (7.12 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s/r outer low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 104,374 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges of tread (4.1.E.1)

factory covers fitted obscuring testable items

warning light indicates a fault with the traction control systems

Fail 21 Jun 2017 104,374 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges of tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

factory covers fitted obscuring testable items

warning light indicates a fault with the traction control systems

Pass 21 Jun 2016 91,879 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

plastic sill covers fitted

traction control light on

Pass 8 Jun 2015 80,136 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

traction control light on

Fail 8 Jun 2015 801,341 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

traction control light on

Fail 13 Jun 2014 76,925 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear bumper insecure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres worn on edges

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2014 76,925 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Rear bumper insecure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres worn on edges

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2013 73,008 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2013 72,997 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

TRACTION CONTROL LAMP ON

Pass 22 May 2012 67,611 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 65,632 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 62,549 miles

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

traction light on on dash

Pass 12 Jul 2010 62,549 miles

traction light on on dash

Pass 4 Jun 2009 53,920 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 41,772 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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FX05 OXD is a 2005 BMW 120 in Brown with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 FX05 OXD, 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 FX05 OXD registered?

FX05 OXD is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is FX05 OXD safe to buy?

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