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BG05 OZV

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,823 mi
Last recorded121,823 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2012
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 OZV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2012 121,823 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 121,823 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 98,740 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 97,361 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 82,040 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 67,852 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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BG05 OZV is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OZV, 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

How do I check the history of BG05 OZV?

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What year was BG05 OZV registered?

BG05 OZV is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is BG05 OZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 OZV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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