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BG55 FLZ

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

134,852 mi
Last recorded134,852 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 FLZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 134,852 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 125,701 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 116,220 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 116,220 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 106,839 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2015 106,839 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear bracket broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 94,969 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 84,887 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2012 75,311 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 64,608 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 52,895 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 43,087 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Sep 2008 33,400 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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BG55 FLZ is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BG55 FLZ, 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.

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What year was BG55 FLZ registered?

BG55 FLZ is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is BG55 FLZ safe to buy?

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