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GL05 GYY

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

191,667 mi
Last recorded191,667 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2025 191,667 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 191,257 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 188,124 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 184,192 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 180,402 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 173,665 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 168,447 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 161,641 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 150,533 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2014 142,445 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 137,756 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 137,756 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 125,747 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 104,160 miles

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

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Fail 31 May 2011 104,160 miles

Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

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

eng oil low

Pass 28 May 2010 87,526 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 72,540 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 57,265 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 GYY is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GYY, 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 GL05 GYY registered?

GL05 GYY is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is GL05 GYY safe to buy?

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