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GJ05 VLM

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

169,103 mi
Last recorded169,103 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 VLM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 169,103 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front tyres wearing on outer and inner edges

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 154,886 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged inner edge. (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges.

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

engine cover fitted.

under trays fitted.

Pass 19 Aug 2015 141,708 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 130,256 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 May 2013 118,460 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 109,267 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 101,240 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

dash warning light on

Fail 28 May 2011 101,240 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

dash warning light on

Pass 1 Jun 2010 90,722 miles

both front tyres worn outer/inner edges

Pass 22 Jan 2009 70,182 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jun 2008 59,794 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 56,561 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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GJ05 VLM is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GJ05 VLM, 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 GJ05 VLM registered?

GJ05 VLM is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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