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KD55 NXC

2005 BMW 130

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

89,727 mi
Last recorded89,727 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 13082,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD55 NXC
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 89,727 miles

rear subframe slightly corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2024 87,430 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 81,428 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 81,422 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 74,452 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 67,189 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 63,212 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2020 63,197 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 57,329 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 57,329 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 55,489 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 55,489 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 53,868 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2016 49,762 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 49,762 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 47,383 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 47,383 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 44,485 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 41,824 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

The rear number plate is cracked.

Pass 22 Oct 2012 39,502 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2011 36,766 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 33,852 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 33,852 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2009 29,160 miles

O/S/F tyre has cord showing on outter edge tread, outside centre 3/4,

Pass 24 Oct 2008 22,851 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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KD55 NXC is a 2005 BMW 130 in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2005 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 82,536 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 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KD55 NXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KD55 NXC registered?

KD55 NXC is a 2005 BMW 130, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is KD55 NXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD55 NXC shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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