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YG55 NBX

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

142,423 mi
Last recorded142,423 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG55 NBX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 142,423 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 23 Jan 2026 142,423 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 136,983 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 130,856 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 124,205 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 121,049 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 117,725 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 114,609 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 110,508 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 105,971 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 102,823 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 100,200 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 98,275 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 95,521 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front tyres in poor condition

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 91,320 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 84,927 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 76,021 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 76,021 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 60,480 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 43,553 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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YG55 NBX is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 YG55 NBX, 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 YG55 NBX registered?

YG55 NBX is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 13 September 2005.

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