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YC55 VUF

2005 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

113,479 mi
Last recorded113,479 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 VUF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2021 113,479 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 95,100 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 83,439 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Nov 2018 83,439 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure Bolt on bottom arm loose. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 75,869 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 69,183 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 62,473 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 56,486 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 54,411 miles

Exhaust bracket broken

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2013 54,411 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust bracket broken

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 42,444 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic covers obscuring outer sills

Pass 15 Nov 2011 31,086 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 24,226 miles

Both rear tyres worn close to the wear indicators

Pass 2 Oct 2009 18,343 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 13,284 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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YC55 VUF is a 2005 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YC55 VUF, 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 YC55 VUF registered?

YC55 VUF is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 23 October 2005.

Is YC55 VUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC55 VUF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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