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YB05 NFA

2005 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

133,125 mi
Last recorded133,125 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 NFA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2022 133,125 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all strong advise (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened strong advise (5.3.3 (b) (i))

parking brake long travel

reverse lamps inop

Pass 16 Nov 2021 125,458 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 124,391 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 116,824 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 111,045 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 106,582 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 100,484 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 88,419 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jun 2014 74,889 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 69,645 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

brake warning light on

Pass 29 Jun 2012 53,200 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 49,034 miles

front pads low

rear pads low

Pass 27 May 2010 42,650 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 35,350 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Fail 16 Jun 2009 35,350 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 27,596 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 NFA is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 NFA, 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 NFA registered?

YB05 NFA is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is YB05 NFA safe to buy?

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