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YR55 BJE

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

137,369 mi
Last recorded137,369 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR55 BJE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 137,369 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 137,369 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))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 130,484 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2023 125,654 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 116,796 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 110,537 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 105,169 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 100,099 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2018 95,035 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2018 95,035 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 89,422 miles

Front Brake discs corroded

Nearside Rear Abs sensor catching on abs target (strong advise

Pass 9 Sep 2016 83,086 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 73,798 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 66,661 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 60,763 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 52,246 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 37,252 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 33,651 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 31,585 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 25,400 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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YR55 BJE is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey 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 YR55 BJE, 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 YR55 BJE registered?

YR55 BJE is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 23 September 2005.

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