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CE55 YCH

2005 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

95,441 mi
Last recorded95,441 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 YCH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 95,441 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 95,393 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Centre (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 87,829 miles

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

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

Fail 15 May 2018 87,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2017 76,960 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 68,249 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 68,243 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

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

Pass 11 May 2015 56,116 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 56,099 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 53,506 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 41,963 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 34,584 miles

o/s/r tyre getting close to limit and slightly distorted

Pass 15 Jun 2011 30,164 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 28,481 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 23,737 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 26 Sep 2008 18,228 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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CE55 YCH is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CE55 YCH, 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 CE55 YCH registered?

CE55 YCH is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is CE55 YCH safe to buy?

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