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EF05 UUE

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

117,971 mi
Last recorded117,971 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 UUE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 117,971 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 111,869 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 30 Sep 2024 111,868 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 26 Sep 2023 105,083 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 98,873 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Handbrake brake fluid level waring lamp on

Pass 4 Oct 2021 91,031 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 91,031 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 87,711 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 84,350 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2018 78,821 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 78,821 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 May 2017 73,633 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 66,966 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 62,401 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 57,529 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2013 50,588 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 43,194 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 36,090 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 29,693 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 24,032 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 19,226 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 UUE is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 UUE, 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 UUE registered?

EF05 UUE is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 11 June 2005.

Is EF05 UUE safe to buy?

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