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YR55 XUX

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

116,603 mi
Last recorded116,603 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR55 XUX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 116,603 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 114,953 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear 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 25 Nov 2020 113,075 miles

Internal bonnet release defective

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 108,191 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 108,191 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 105,906 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 100,819 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 93,629 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 86,590 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear propshaft flange rubber cracked

Pass 23 Dec 2013 71,656 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 68,755 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 65,350 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 62,264 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 57,996 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 54,921 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 42,138 miles

Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 XUX 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 93.8%.

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 XUX, 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 XUX registered?

YR55 XUX is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is YR55 XUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR55 XUX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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