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WG05 ECV

2005 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,094 mi
Last recorded81,094 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2012
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG05 ECV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2012 81,094 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 71,905 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 61,228 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 50,430 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 38,195 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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WG05 ECV is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WG05 ECV, 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 WG05 ECV?

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What year was WG05 ECV registered?

WG05 ECV is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is WG05 ECV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG05 ECV shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WG05 ECV have outstanding finance?

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