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YB05 LSV

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

98,537 mi
Last recorded98,537 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2019 98,537 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 81,992 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 31 Jan 2018 81,992 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 65,774 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 50,210 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged both side (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2015 35,813 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 33,328 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer shoulder

Pass 28 Dec 2012 30,944 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Dec 2012 30,944 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jan 2012 28,495 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Deep cut in nearside front tyres tread.

Pass 12 Jan 2011 25,998 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Jan 2010 23,614 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)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 18,814 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 LSV is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LSV, 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 LSV registered?

YB05 LSV is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is YB05 LSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB05 LSV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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