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A9 DWV

2005 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

53,896 mi
Last recorded53,896 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 DWV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 53,896 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2025 53,896 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2024 44,197 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 38,920 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 36,228 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 36,137 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 35,920 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 35,303 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 33,894 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 33,387 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 32,620 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 31,438 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 30,235 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 28,850 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 27,004 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 25,178 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 23,385 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 21,656 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 19,610 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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A9 DWV is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 A9 DWV, 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 A9 DWV registered?

A9 DWV is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is A9 DWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 DWV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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