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A9 EDX

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

165,976 mi
Last recorded165,976 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 EDX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 165,976 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2026 165,967 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 154,833 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 144,347 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 144,343 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 134,006 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 123,840 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 18 Feb 2022 123,840 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 115,836 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Feb 2021 115,836 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake inoperative on one side Both sides (1.4.1 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 108,572 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts slight cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 20 Feb 2020 108,572 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts slight cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 98,208 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 25 Feb 2019 98,208 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both sides (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced Both front position lamps flashing (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 87,294 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 82,316 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 77,279 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 71,794 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 67,024 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 63,447 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2011 51,975 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 51,975 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 43,743 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 31,870 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 31,870 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 16,185 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 EDX is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 A9 EDX, 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.

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What year was A9 EDX registered?

A9 EDX is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is A9 EDX safe to buy?

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