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YF05 NMZ

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

117,277 mi
Last recorded117,277 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF05 NMZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2020 117,277 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 21 Jan 2019 109,273 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2019 109,273 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018 103,243 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 95,920 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 91,379 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 87,767 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 82,986 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 78,218 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 71,837 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 64,466 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 59,778 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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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YF05 NMZ is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YF05 NMZ, 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 YF05 NMZ registered?

YF05 NMZ is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is YF05 NMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF05 NMZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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