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BD05 LZR

2005 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

111,422 mi
Last recorded111,422 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 LZR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2019 111,422 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 111,422 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 106,411 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 93,533 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 81,135 miles

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 17 May 2014 75,109 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2013 67,771 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s & n/s front tyres wearing on inner & outer edge

Pass 24 May 2012 61,033 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 54,385 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 46,509 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 38,123 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 28 May 2008 30,184 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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BD05 LZR is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BD05 LZR, 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 BD05 LZR registered?

BD05 LZR is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 2 June 2005.

Is BD05 LZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 LZR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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