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GP05 AWN

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,733 mi
Last recorded96,733 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 AWN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2020 96,733 miles

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

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

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

under cover fitted some components can not be checked

Pass 10 Aug 2019 92,023 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 88,334 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s/r and o/s/r (4.4.3 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s/f and o/s/f (1.2.1 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

engine cover and under trays fitted

exhaust bracket broken

o/s headlight bracket broken

Fail 30 Jun 2018 88,319 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front and both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s/r and o/s/r (4.4.3 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s/f and o/s/f (1.2.1 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

engine cover and under trays fitted

exhaust bracket broken

o/s headlight bracket broken

Pass 24 Jul 2015 76,169 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 64,948 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Sep 2013 64,832 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Sep 2012 58,350 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 58,350 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2011 52,172 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 52,172 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 42,006 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 26,076 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 13,286 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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GP05 AWN is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GP05 AWN, 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 GP05 AWN registered?

GP05 AWN is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is GP05 AWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP05 AWN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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