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YR05 ETJ

2005 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

62,776 mi
Last recorded62,776 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR05 ETJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 62,776 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 59,586 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NS/OS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Aug 2022 59,586 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NS/OS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 58,042 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 57,624 miles

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 57,166 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 55,231 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 53,409 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 52,633 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 52,148 miles

rear subframe and body corroded

Pass 30 May 2014 50,637 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 49,236 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 31 May 2013 49,236 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 47,354 miles

near side front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

near side rear tyre 3mm tread and starting to crack in inner tread gap 1.6 mm tread legal minimum

off side front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Mar 2011 40,884 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 34,626 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 28,722 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 23,059 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 23,059 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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YR05 ETJ is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YR05 ETJ, 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 YR05 ETJ registered?

YR05 ETJ is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is YR05 ETJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR05 ETJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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