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EF55 UNY

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

139,287 mi
Last recorded139,287 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF55 UNY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2023 139,287 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2023 139,269 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 128,015 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 114,767 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 103,969 miles

Front Registration plate slightly damaged

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 98,470 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front 3mm Also Worn Outer Shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 90,055 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 85,045 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 80,688 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 76,062 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 71,408 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 66,864 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 59,929 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 53,177 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 46,847 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 46,829 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 39,890 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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EF55 UNY is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 EF55 UNY, 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.

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What year was EF55 UNY registered?

EF55 UNY is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 20 December 2005.

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