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FE05 VFG

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

82,498 mi
Last recorded82,498 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 VFG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 82,498 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes show signs of corrosion under the plastic coating. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2025 82,183 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2025 82,183 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 81,916 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 81,446 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 80,094 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 80,093 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 79,421 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 79,104 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 76,126 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 74,245 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 71,235 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 68,905 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 65,901 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2014 60,379 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 55,804 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 51,789 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 46,003 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 41,381 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 35,059 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 27,501 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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FE05 VFG is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FE05 VFG, 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 FE05 VFG registered?

FE05 VFG is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is FE05 VFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE05 VFG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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