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YF54 HXB

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

204,807 mi
Last recorded204,807 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF54 HXB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 204,807 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 180,836 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 175,872 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2015 175,872 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 169,743 miles

warning light on

Pass 31 Jan 2013 153,656 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013 153,656 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 119,498 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 102,161 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 84,744 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 71,879 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 58,276 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 58,276 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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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YF54 HXB is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YF54 HXB, 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 YF54 HXB registered?

YF54 HXB is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is YF54 HXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF54 HXB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YF54 HXB have outstanding finance?

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