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YK55 OLJ

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,045 mi
Last recorded70,045 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK55 OLJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 70,045 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 9 Aug 2025 70,045 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2024 65,000 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2023 60,615 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 59,388 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 58,525 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 57,582 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2019 55,865 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 54,131 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 52,322 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 49,914 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)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 46,657 miles

o/s/f headlamp slight condesation

Pass 5 Aug 2014 42,727 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 38,886 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 34,936 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 30,451 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 24,713 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 9 Aug 2010 24,713 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 20,707 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 16,477 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 16,477 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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YK55 OLJ is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YK55 OLJ, 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

How do I check the history of YK55 OLJ?

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What year was YK55 OLJ registered?

YK55 OLJ is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 12 September 2005.

Is YK55 OLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK55 OLJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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