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BF55 NGV

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

205,773 mi
Last recorded205,773 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 NGV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 205,773 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 184,333 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 165,133 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 152,054 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 152,046 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 129,849 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 107,044 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 86,796 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 68,746 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 46,429 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 45,268 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 37,559 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

rear brake pads worn down to 4mm

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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BF55 NGV 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 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 BF55 NGV, 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 BF55 NGV registered?

BF55 NGV is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is BF55 NGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF55 NGV 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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