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GF05 CAX

2005 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

87,378 mi
Last recorded87,378 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 CAX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2022 87,378 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 74,342 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 72,825 miles

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))

REAR EXHAUST BRACKET BROKEN

Fail 4 Feb 2020 72,825 miles

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

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))

REAR EXHAUST BRACKET BROKEN

Pass 28 Feb 2019 69,024 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S/R THINNER (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2017 61,830 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 55,730 miles

N/S/F TYRE WORN ON BOTH EDGES

O/S/F TYRE WORN ON OUTER EDGES

POWER STEERING / AIR CON PIPED APPEAR DAMP WITH OIL - ADVISE INSPECTION

Pass 30 Mar 2015 51,242 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 45,683 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 43,265 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 41,430 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

O/S/F Wiper blade poor condition

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 39,286 miles

both rear tyres 2-3mm

Pass 6 Apr 2010 35,252 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 29,651 miles

N/S/F tyre has outer sidewall damage

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 22,480 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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GF05 CAX is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GF05 CAX, 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

How do I check the history of GF05 CAX?

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What year was GF05 CAX registered?

GF05 CAX is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is GF05 CAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 CAX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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