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GF05 NFL

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

170,004 mi
Last recorded170,004 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 NFL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Feb 2019 170,004 miles

Front rear brake pipes ./ ferrules starting to corrode coated

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view lower (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 153,889 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened and off side front (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 137,140 miles

Front to rear all brake pipes /ferrules starting to corrode ns /os

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 120,701 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Screen cracked offside upper,but not in drivers view

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Not in drivers view (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 107,640 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 98,362 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 89,658 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 80,430 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 68,356 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 56,978 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 45,220 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 44,392 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 NFL is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NFL, 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 GF05 NFL registered?

GF05 NFL is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is GF05 NFL safe to buy?

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