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AP05 CGK

2005 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,165 mi
Last recorded100,165 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 CGK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2023 100,165 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2022 92,115 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 86,853 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 83,377 miles

Both rear indicators slightly discoloured

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn on edge

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

Pass 16 Sep 2019 80,761 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 76,936 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 72,854 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 70,195 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 67,660 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front perished (3.6.B.4d)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

mid box mount corroded off

several engine oil leaks

Pass 5 Jan 2015 65,576 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 60,442 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 52,960 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 44,804 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 37,326 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 31,685 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 30,256 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 22,497 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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AP05 CGK is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AP05 CGK, 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 AP05 CGK registered?

AP05 CGK is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is AP05 CGK safe to buy?

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