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YF05 ZDR

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

85,500 mi
Last recorded85,500 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2016 85,500 miles

Under trays obscuring some components

Engine covers obscuring some components

Panel damaged - offside panels scratched

Tyre - inner side wall minor damage - offside rear

Tyre - outer side wall repair - nearside rear

Tyre worn on inner edge - offside front

Fail 4 Jul 2016 85,487 miles

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

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

Engine covers obscuring some components

Panel damaged - offside panels scratched

Tyre worn on inner edge - offside front

Under trays obscuring some components

Pass 10 Jun 2015 75,418 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

slight wear in front & rear brake discs

Pass 14 Jun 2014 71,083 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 61,475 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 53,362 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 42,689 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 33,392 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 27,728 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 21,599 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 ZDR is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black 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 YF05 ZDR, 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 ZDR registered?

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

Is YF05 ZDR safe to buy?

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