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YF55 ZKN

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

169,366 mi
Last recorded169,366 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF55 ZKN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 169,366 miles

Both rear tyres wearing thin on inner edges

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 159,728 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 155,339 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Dec 2018 155,339 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 146,286 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 138,601 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 130,323 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 118,486 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 106,576 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 95,190 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 82,205 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 65,898 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 52,198 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 38,140 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2008 38,140 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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 ZKN is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 ZKN, 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 ZKN registered?

YF55 ZKN is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 19 December 2005.

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