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Y121 BAD

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

132,202 mi
Last recorded132,202 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY121 BAD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2017 132,202 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 25 Apr 2015 116,177 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front brake disc lipped

the vehicle vin numbers incorrectly registered on the Mot desc!but on the vin plates correct!

tyre pressure warning light illuminating

Pass 23 Apr 2014 95,710 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 May 2013 83,220 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 68,811 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 63,823 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge. may require tracking.

Pass 8 Jul 2010 55,682 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 47,063 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 38,146 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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Y121 BAD is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y121 BAD, 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 Y121 BAD registered?

Y121 BAD is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is Y121 BAD safe to buy?

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