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AJ55 OJR

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,697 mi
Last recorded147,697 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 OJR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2017 147,697 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 138,058 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 138,058 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Headlamp aim too low NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 129,840 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 124,127 miles

front & Rear brake disc slight corroded

Fail 25 Oct 2013 124,127 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front & Rear brake disc slight corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2013 118,438 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 30 Jan 2012 110,095 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 104,461 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 90,333 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 90,333 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 69,280 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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AJ55 OJR is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AJ55 OJR, 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 AJ55 OJR registered?

AJ55 OJR is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is AJ55 OJR safe to buy?

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