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G5 SMG

2017 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,666 mi
Last recorded69,666 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 12045,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 SMG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2025 69,666 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 58,458 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 47,426 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 36,807 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 33,578 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 25,227 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 21,706 miles
Pass 23 May 2020

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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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G5 SMG is a 2017 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 45,083 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 G5 SMG, 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 9 years old, this BMW 120 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G5 SMG?

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What year was G5 SMG registered?

G5 SMG is a 2017 BMW 120, first registered on 31 May 2017.

Is G5 SMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 SMG shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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