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EF05 OYW

2005 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

399,450 mi
Last recorded399,450 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 OYW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2016 399,450 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 399,450 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 373,965 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 373,964 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 222,629 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 318,051 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2012 267,820 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 267,820 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 218,299 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 165,215 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 71,313 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)

Fail 25 Jun 2008 49,642 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 49,642 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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EF05 OYW 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 69.2%.

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 EF05 OYW, 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 EF05 OYW registered?

EF05 OYW is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 21 June 2005.

Is EF05 OYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 OYW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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