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YB05 LCP

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

190,647 mi
Last recorded190,647 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 LCP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2020 190,647 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 160,645 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2018 146,228 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 137,220 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 126,793 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 114,852 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 104,399 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 95,353 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 84,955 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 71,707 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 59,198 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 47,009 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 32,902 miles

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

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 LCP is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 YB05 LCP, 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 LCP registered?

YB05 LCP is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is YB05 LCP safe to buy?

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