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FRZ 7989

2005 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2025
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

142,787 mi
Last recorded142,787 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRZ 7989
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Apr 2025 142,787 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Exhaust excessive leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested Headlamp not working (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 132,960 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front bumper damaged

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

Offside mirror glass slightly deteriorated

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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FRZ 7989 is a 2005 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FRZ 7989, 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 FRZ 7989 registered?

FRZ 7989 is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 27 January 2005.

Is FRZ 7989 safe to buy?

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