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DY55 NYS

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

98,404 mi
Last recorded98,404 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 NYS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 98,404 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 97,879 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 97,250 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper shock absorber outer dust cover insecure

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 91,727 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 84,601 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 84,601 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 78,775 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 74,323 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 70,769 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 68,708 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 64,559 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 60,330 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 55,243 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 51,455 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 47,420 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 43,330 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 38,345 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 33,162 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 33,162 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 27,853 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 NYS is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NYS, 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 NYS registered?

DY55 NYS is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is DY55 NYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 NYS shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY55 NYS have outstanding finance?

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