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FG05 DZC

2005 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

171,136 mi
Last recorded171,136 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 DZC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2015 171,136 miles

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Sep 2015 171,135 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Aug 2014 149,081 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2013 136,351 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake discs lipped and worn pads low

both rear brake discs lipped pads ok

Pass 4 Sep 2012 120,403 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 105,540 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 91,367 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 91,107 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2009 75,276 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 61,185 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 48,044 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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FG05 DZC is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FG05 DZC, 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 FG05 DZC registered?

FG05 DZC is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 29 March 2005.

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The MOT history for FG05 DZC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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