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DY55 HYT

2005 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

100,439 mi
Last recorded100,439 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 HYT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 100,439 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 100,438 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 99,241 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 95,368 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 91,152 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 86,705 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 81,883 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 75,706 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 69,814 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 64,585 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 60,363 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 54,428 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 48,814 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 39,199 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 35,872 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 33,540 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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DY55 HYT is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 DY55 HYT, 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 DY55 HYT registered?

DY55 HYT is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is DY55 HYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 HYT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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