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GP05 EVG

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

110,648 mi
Last recorded110,648 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 EVG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 110,648 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 108,344 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 106,211 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 105,426 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracking in tred o.s.f wearing on outer edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 104,750 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracking in tred. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2021 101,191 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracking in tred. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 100,084 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 98,074 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 95,452 miles

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

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

front exhaust bracket broken.

Pass 3 Mar 2017 91,104 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 87,678 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 82,240 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 77,968 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 74,972 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 69,784 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 66,299 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 62,616 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 25 Feb 2010 62,616 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 56,759 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 56,546 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 28 Feb 2008 47,223 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 EVG is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 GP05 EVG, 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 GP05 EVG?

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What year was GP05 EVG registered?

GP05 EVG is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is GP05 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP05 EVG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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