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GU05 HHX

2005 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

173,295 mi
Last recorded173,295 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 HHX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 173,295 miles

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

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

Rear REAR TRACK ROD ARM BUSHES PERISHED ALL

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

Fail 17 Dec 2025 173,295 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective BOTH (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear REAR TRACK ROD ARM BUSHES PERISHED ALL

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

Pass 29 Jan 2024 167,337 miles

Rear REAR TRACK ROD ARM BUSHES PERISHED ALL

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

Fail 29 Jan 2024 167,337 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear REAR TRACK ROD ARM BUSHES PERISHED ALL

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 162,711 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

nearside front tyre wearing slightly on outer edge

Pass 29 Dec 2021 157,578 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material AFTER AXLE (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH 3MM (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Dec 2021 157,578 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material AFTER AXLE (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH 3MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 154,032 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 154,032 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 151,332 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 139,542 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 127,733 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 114,864 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 102,964 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 89,196 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 76,912 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 76,912 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 62,837 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jan 2012 48,425 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 40,373 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 35,389 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 30,169 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 26,193 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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GU05 HHX is a 2005 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 GU05 HHX, 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 GU05 HHX registered?

GU05 HHX is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is GU05 HHX safe to buy?

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