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HD05 UCM

2005 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

91,229 mi
Last recorded91,229 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD05 UCM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 91,229 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 81,939 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 79,656 miles

wipers slightly smearing

Pass 9 Jun 2021 77,043 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 75,304 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 72,881 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread down to 1,8mm limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 70,294 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 66,851 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 59,655 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 42,862 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 35,460 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2013 30,324 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 26,636 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 23,319 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 21,083 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 17,881 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 14,833 miles

both front tyres worn on extreme edges---under inflated

n/s/f tyre worn smooth on outer edge -- on limits

Fail 23 Jun 2008 14,833 miles

Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

both front tyres worn on extreme edges---under inflated

n/s/f tyre worn smooth on outer edge -- on limits

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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HD05 UCM is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 HD05 UCM, 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 HD05 UCM registered?

HD05 UCM is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is HD05 UCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD05 UCM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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