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GU05 OPL

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

203,556 mi
Last recorded203,556 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 OPL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 203,556 miles

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

TPMS light illuminated

Fail 30 Jul 2024 203,555 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

TPMS light illuminated

Pass 20 Jul 2023 189,818 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 189,817 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 168,074 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured all four (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 130,454 miles

Rear corrosion on subframe

Front Lower oil leak on sump and undertray

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 125,043 miles

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

TPMS warning light on

Pass 18 Jul 2019 116,618 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

engine and underbody covers fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2018 113,629 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 108,195 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 100,833 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 94,416 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 85,518 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 85,226 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 71,108 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 71,108 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 66,910 miles

Off side front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 1 Feb 2012 58,364 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 50,093 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 42,248 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Mar 2010 42,248 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 33,525 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 25,488 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 OPL is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue 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 OPL, 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 OPL registered?

GU05 OPL is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is GU05 OPL safe to buy?

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