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WG54 PXN

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

161,145 mi
Last recorded161,145 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG54 PXN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 161,145 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 Jul 2025 161,145 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 May 2024 134,336 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2023 124,202 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S N N/S Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively RUBBER WORN (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 115,965 miles

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively REAR PROP SHAFT DONUT SPLIT (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 111,516 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 111,516 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Aug 2020 109,155 miles

Nearside Front 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))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 105,030 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 105,027 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 100,181 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 100,179 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2017 88,902 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 76,473 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

both font tyres wearing low on edges.

Fail 16 Dec 2016 76,473 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative both (1.7.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

both font tyres wearing low on edges.

Pass 4 Dec 2015 61,382 miles

Both front brake hoses are perished

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 20 Nov 2014 58,507 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 54,984 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 53,619 miles

N/S/F Tyre worn on inner and outer edges

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 51,994 miles

front tyres wearing on edges.

Pass 19 Nov 2010 48,906 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 46,275 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 44,489 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 40,890 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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WG54 PXN is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 WG54 PXN, 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 WG54 PXN registered?

WG54 PXN is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 19 January 2005.

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