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GJ55 LCW

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,788 mi
Last recorded105,788 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 LCW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 105,788 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 100,983 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2024 100,983 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 94,976 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 86,908 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 79,467 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))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 75,781 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 73,553 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 69,284 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2018 69,284 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 66,021 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 66,021 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 63,516 miles

TPMS warning illuminated

Pass 19 Nov 2015 60,665 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 54,186 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2013 47,137 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 45,723 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 44,433 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 42,217 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 33,841 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 23,238 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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GJ55 LCW is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GJ55 LCW, 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 GJ55 LCW registered?

GJ55 LCW is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 17 September 2005.

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