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RX55 XNV

2005 BMW 130

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

79,895 mi
Last recorded79,895 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 13082,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 XNV
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 79,895 miles

Non standard seats and seat belts fitted.

Non standard: suspension, wheels, tyres, exhaust, etc.

Roll cage fitted with only two seats fitted to front.

Pass 11 Jun 2025 77,380 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 77,056 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 76,459 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 76,455 miles

Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear seats removed at time of test.

Fail 19 Aug 2022 76,440 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 75,384 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2021 75,384 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 75,063 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2020 75,063 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 74,863 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 71,364 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 65,564 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 59,674 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 54,816 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 54,816 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 50,147 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

green bulbs fitted in number plate lights

Fail 14 Mar 2014 50,147 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

green bulbs fitted in no plate lights

n/s and o/s front brake hoses starting to perish

Pass 26 Feb 2013 41,912 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2012 32,782 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 23,277 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 23,257 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 15 May 2009 22,426 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
Full BMW 130 reliability report

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RX55 XNV is a 2005 BMW 130 in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2005 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 82,536 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 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX55 XNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX55 XNV registered?

RX55 XNV is a 2005 BMW 130, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is RX55 XNV safe to buy?

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