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YB05 FLC

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

99,496 mi
Last recorded99,496 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 FLC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 99,496 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2026 99,496 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 28 May 2025 93,123 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2024 84,861 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2024 84,861 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 75,574 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2021 73,665 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 5 Oct 2020 70,895 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and very low on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 5 Oct 2020 70,895 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and very low on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 28 Sep 2019 64,728 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 58,751 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 54,572 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 52,932 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 51,010 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 47,646 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 44,977 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2012 43,748 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 43,746 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 40,795 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 38,519 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 35,924 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 35,901 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 31,617 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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YB05 FLC is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 YB05 FLC, 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 YB05 FLC registered?

YB05 FLC is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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The MOT history for YB05 FLC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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