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YF54 WSV

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

115,134 mi
Last recorded115,134 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF54 WSV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2020 115,134 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 112,210 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 104,293 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 18 Jan 2018 104,293 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 97,953 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 91,666 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 81,542 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 73,539 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Jan 2014 73,539 miles

Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jan 2013 65,541 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 58,581 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2012 58,571 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2011 50,599 miles

tyres very slighty on limit

Pass 22 Jan 2010 42,252 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 37,440 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 29,684 miles

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

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)

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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YF54 WSV is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YF54 WSV, 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 WSV registered?

YF54 WSV is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 21 January 2005.

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