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FE55 YDU

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

117,797 mi
Last recorded117,797 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 YDU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 117,797 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 116,025 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Sep 2020 116,021 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 114,539 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 111,665 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 110,019 miles

undertray fitted,engine cover fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2016 107,105 miles

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 104,847 miles

Front both side tyres perished

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 101,644 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2013 98,741 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 95,829 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2011 91,784 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 87,734 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 83,854 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)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 59,847 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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FE55 YDU is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FE55 YDU, 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 FE55 YDU registered?

FE55 YDU is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is FE55 YDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE55 YDU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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