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YB54 MGV

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

92,452 mi
Last recorded92,452 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB54 MGV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2015 92,452 miles

Front Brake Discs Worn

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

Oil Leak

Rear Brake Discs Worn

Pass 13 Nov 2014 88,589 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 84,208 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 6 Dec 2013 84,208 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2012 78,456 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2011 70,191 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 125,732 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 118,725 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 108,847 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 99,174 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

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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YB54 MGV is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YB54 MGV, 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 YB54 MGV registered?

YB54 MGV is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 11 February 2005.

Is YB54 MGV safe to buy?

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