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YA05 FYZ

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

224,437 mi
Last recorded224,437 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA05 FYZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 224,437 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 215,826 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 199,343 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 174,123 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' small crack on nearside of front screen (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 170,610 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 161,924 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 154,400 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013 145,438 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 130,127 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 130,127 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 108,353 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 95,308 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 95,308 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 82,667 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 62,472 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

front tyres scrubbed on inner and outer edge

o/s/r tyre 0n 2mm

power steering pipes leaking

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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YA05 FYZ is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YA05 FYZ, 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 YA05 FYZ registered?

YA05 FYZ is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is YA05 FYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA05 FYZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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