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GL05 EVK

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,591 mi
Last recorded34,591 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 EVK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 34,591 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 34,228 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 33,706 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 33,160 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 32,582 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 32,137 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 31,814 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 30,022 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 28,581 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 27,277 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 25,926 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 24,303 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 22,390 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 20,043 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 17,832 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 16,233 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 14,810 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 13,273 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 May 2008 11,884 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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GL05 EVK is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 GL05 EVK, 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 GL05 EVK?

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What year was GL05 EVK registered?

GL05 EVK is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 28 May 2005.

Is GL05 EVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 EVK shows 19 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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