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CV05 YGC

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

145,308 mi
Last recorded145,308 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV05 YGC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 145,308 miles

Oil leak engine area ()

Traction Control light on

Fail 23 Feb 2017 145,305 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

EML on

Handbrake light on

Oil leak engine area ()

Traction Control light on

Pass 18 Mar 2016 136,508 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 128,859 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 128,859 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 122,847 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Jul 2014 122,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2013 109,373 miles

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

tpms warning light on

Fail 14 Aug 2013 109,341 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

tpms warning light on

Pass 14 Aug 2012 98,233 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

accident damage to osf wing

front brake flexys slightly detiorated

wheel trim missing nsf and nsr is damaged

Fail 13 Aug 2012 98,224 miles

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

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

accident damage to osf wing

brake fluid level indicator on

front brake flexys slightly detiorated

wheel trim missing nsf and nsr is damaged

Pass 26 Jul 2011 87,919 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 87,919 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

front brake pads 1/4 left

Pass 6 Jul 2010 81,048 miles

wheel trim missing nsf

Fail 13 Jun 2009 75,787 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 75,787 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 65,753 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

osr handbrake may be improved

rear tyres 3mm to 4mm approx

unable to see front or rear brake pads 100% with wheels fitted

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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CV05 YGC is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CV05 YGC, 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 CV05 YGC registered?

CV05 YGC is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 21 April 2005.

Is CV05 YGC safe to buy?

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