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YC55 WBN

2005 BMW 130

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

76,165 mi
Last recorded76,165 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 13082,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 WBN
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 76,165 miles

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 74,496 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 74,496 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2023 72,912 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 25 Nov 2023 72,912 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 70,340 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Fail 21 Nov 2022 70,327 miles

Electronic power steering that is 'fly by wire' has the angle of the steering wheel is inconsistent with the angle of the road wheels (2.6 (b) (i))

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

centre exhaust rattling

general corrosion under vehicle

Pass 12 Nov 2021 67,298 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 65,937 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 65,937 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 May 2019 59,609 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Fail 7 May 2019 59,609 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 1 May 2018 55,300 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

under tray fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2017 54,579 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 53,621 miles

under trays covering under side of vehicle

Pass 28 Apr 2015 50,219 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2014 47,267 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2013 45,068 miles

Nail in rear tyre

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 10 May 2012 41,365 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 8 May 2012 41,332 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 37,067 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 31,587 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on both edges. advise change now

Pass 27 Oct 2008 23,996 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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YC55 WBN is a 2005 BMW 130 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2005 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 82,536 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC55 WBN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC55 WBN registered?

YC55 WBN is a 2005 BMW 130, first registered on 27 October 2005.

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