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YL05 ABZ

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,066 mi
Last recorded138,066 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL05 ABZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2016 138,066 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

nearside rear tyre deteriorating on outer sidewall

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 30 Sep 2015 125,530 miles

Airbag warning intermittent fault

Nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

front brake discs corroded

rear brake pads appear worn very low

Pass 16 Sep 2014 111,982 miles

both rear tyres wearing low

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 25 Sep 2013 93,289 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 82,754 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 71,868 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 59,715 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 47,295 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 32,864 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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YL05 ABZ is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YL05 ABZ, 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 YL05 ABZ registered?

YL05 ABZ is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 17 August 2005.

Is YL05 ABZ safe to buy?

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