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WF55 VRZ

2005 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,793 mi
Last recorded36,793 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF55 VRZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 36,793 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 36,204 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 35,477 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 34,888 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 34,551 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 33,908 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

both front tyres starting to wear on edges

Pass 9 Sep 2019 32,704 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 30,615 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 28,484 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 25,814 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 23,652 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 21,612 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 18,935 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 16,509 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 13,800 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 10,462 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 8,060 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 6,644 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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WF55 VRZ is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WF55 VRZ, 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 WF55 VRZ registered?

WF55 VRZ is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 12 September 2005.

Is WF55 VRZ safe to buy?

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