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BK05 ZYF

2005 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

197,686 mi
Last recorded197,686 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 ZYF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 197,686 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 197,686 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended lower hub bush (2.4.F.3)

Pass 26 May 2017 176,308 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 153,831 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 May 2015 133,742 miles

front brake disc lipped

offside rear tyre wearing 3 m/m tread

Fail 18 May 2015 133,742 miles

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

front brake disc lipped

offside rear tyre wearing 3 m/m tread

Pass 24 May 2014 113,710 miles

NEARSIDE SILL HAS SLIGHT DAMAGE + JACKING BLOCK IS MISSING

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

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

Pass 22 May 2013 101,953 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 16 May 2012 92,073 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 82,626 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 69,379 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 52,851 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2008 35,004 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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BK05 ZYF is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BK05 ZYF, 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 BK05 ZYF registered?

BK05 ZYF is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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