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EF05 UUA

2005 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

96,662 mi
Last recorded96,662 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 UUA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 96,662 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 88,088 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 79,540 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 72,689 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50/17 run flat, inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge bald (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 12 Jul 2016 72,664 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 run flat (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50/17 run flat, inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge bald (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 62,383 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2014 54,601 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 49,473 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 44,705 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 35,875 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 28,297 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 22,908 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2008 20,512 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 UUA is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EF05 UUA, 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 UUA registered?

EF05 UUA is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is EF05 UUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 UUA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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