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BG05 NJY

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

125,699 mi
Last recorded125,699 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 NJY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2025 125,699 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 119,395 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 119,000 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 118,236 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 116,027 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 112,349 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 106,183 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 102,186 miles

both front brake hoses slightly cracked

Pass 13 Apr 2015 96,902 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 90,528 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 86,792 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2012 82,690 miles

both front tyre's perished

Fail 5 May 2011 76,579 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 5 May 2011 76,579 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 71,373 miles

Rear under body live wire terminal corroded

Pass 2 May 2009 67,463 miles

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

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

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 63,988 miles

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

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

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

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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BG05 NJY is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BG05 NJY, 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 BG05 NJY registered?

BG05 NJY is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 5 May 2005.

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