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T5 XPH

2015 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,933 mi
Last recorded137,933 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 12056,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT5 XPH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 137,933 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber gaiter deteriorated

Offside Front Shock absorber gaiter deteriorated

Pass 17 Sep 2024 128,136 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH TRACK CONTROL ARM MAIN FRONT BUSHES PERISHING (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view SCRATCHED LOWER CORNER (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 110,127 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRACK CONTROL ARM FORWARD BUSH STARTING TO PERISH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON BOTH OUTER/INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRACK CONTROL ARM FORWARD BUSH STARTING TO PERISH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING THIN ON BOTH OUTER/INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 13 Sep 2023 110,127 miles

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRACK CONTROL ARM FORWARD BUSH STARTING TO PERISH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON BOTH OUTER/INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRACK CONTROL ARM FORWARD BUSH STARTING TO PERISH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING THIN ON BOTH OUTER/INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear BECOMING LOW ON WEAR

Pass 30 Sep 2022 93,796 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Sep 2022 93,796 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 79,892 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

near side rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Feb 2021 75,579 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 68,839 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 68,839 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 59,290 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 51,635 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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T5 XPH is a 2015 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2015 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 56,516 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 T5 XPH, 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 11 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T5 XPH registered?

T5 XPH is a 2015 BMW 120, first registered on 29 May 2015.

Is T5 XPH safe to buy?

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