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YF05 UPZ

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,251 mi
Last recorded143,251 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF05 UPZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2017 143,251 miles

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

Offside Rear light damaged

oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2016 123,308 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 99,403 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 89,109 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Jul 2013 82,340 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 73,661 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 66,564 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 60,739 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 55,062 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 50,787 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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YF05 UPZ is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UPZ, 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 UPZ registered?

YF05 UPZ is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 24 June 2005.

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