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YH55 TLZ

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,770 mi
Last recorded88,770 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH55 TLZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2021 88,770 miles

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

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

Under body covers fitted.

Various chassis and suspension components corroded/deteriorated.

Fail 28 May 2021 88,735 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Under body covers fitted.

Various chassis and suspension components corroded/deteriorated.

Pass 12 May 2020 80,159 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2019 76,939 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 73,235 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 69,666 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 66,333 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 61,322 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 55,264 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

windscreen damaged not in drivers view.

Pass 30 May 2013 49,846 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 46,169 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 39,571 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 34,654 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 28,592 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 28,592 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2008 23,171 miles

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

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

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

Offside 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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YH55 TLZ 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 87.5%.

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 YH55 TLZ, 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 YH55 TLZ registered?

YH55 TLZ is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 12 October 2005.

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