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LR55 VYH

2005 BMW 130

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

121,107 mi
Last recorded121,107 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 13082,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 VYH
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 121,107 miles

plastic cover fitted under the floor

Pass 10 Dec 2024 119,060 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 10 Oct 2023 116,469 miles

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 10 Oct 2022 114,362 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 112,018 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 109,547 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 104,760 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 101,258 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 96,443 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 90,748 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 85,485 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 79,597 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 79,595 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 17 May 2013 73,829 miles

Nearside and offside front tyres have several cuts on outerwall but not deep enough to reach the cords

Offside front positin lamp has a blue tinge to the light,but the light is predominantly white

Fail 15 May 2013 73,829 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside and offside front tyres have several cuts on outerwall but not deep enough to reach the cords

Pass 24 Oct 2012 73,774 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 64,203 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 64,203 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 49,844 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 39,115 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2009 39,115 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2008 28,365 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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LR55 VYH is a 2005 BMW 130 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 82,536 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR55 VYH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR55 VYH registered?

LR55 VYH is a 2005 BMW 130, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is LR55 VYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 VYH shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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