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YA05 YNH

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

95,296 mi
Last recorded95,296 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA05 YNH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 95,296 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 92,359 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 89,728 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 86,768 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 83,918 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 83,164 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 80,061 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 77,125 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 73,503 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 70,706 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 67,721 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 63,650 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 59,324 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 53,810 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 48,405 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 42,092 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2011 42,092 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 33,214 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 26,603 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 19,377 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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YA05 YNH is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 YNH, 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 YNH registered?

YA05 YNH is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is YA05 YNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA05 YNH shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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