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YF55 YCV

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,553 mi
Last recorded109,553 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF55 YCV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 109,553 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 97,091 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 93,076 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2022 93,076 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 87,459 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 79,866 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 71,875 miles

Engine bay/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

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

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Pass 10 Apr 2018 65,164 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 59,763 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 54,280 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 53,563 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 53,563 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 51,588 miles

rear pads 3/4 worn front 1/2 worn

Pass 17 Dec 2012 49,264 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 46,823 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)

Fail 14 Dec 2010 40,408 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 40,408 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 33,953 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 33,953 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 26,987 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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YF55 YCV is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YF55 YCV, 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 YF55 YCV registered?

YF55 YCV is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is YF55 YCV safe to buy?

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