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WR55 MUE

2005 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

55,867 mi
Last recorded55,867 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR55 MUE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2017 55,867 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 47,479 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 39,565 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 37,172 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 36,755 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 35,272 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 35,272 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 33,084 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 29,372 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 29,372 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 23,541 miles

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

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

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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WR55 MUE is a 2005 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WR55 MUE, 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 WR55 MUE registered?

WR55 MUE is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is WR55 MUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR55 MUE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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