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YS05 VBF

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,350 mi
Last recorded26,350 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS05 VBF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2025 26,350 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 26,336 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 25,991 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 25,365 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 24,776 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 24,281 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 22,996 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 20,868 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 19,086 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 18,103 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2014 16,961 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise wearing on outer edgers

Pass 8 Apr 2013 15,938 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 14,905 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise left front tyre at2m/m

Pass 28 Mar 2011 13,635 miles

advise rear tyres at 2m/m

Pass 26 Apr 2010 12,615 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 11,303 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 9,869 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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YS05 VBF is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 YS05 VBF, 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 YS05 VBF registered?

YS05 VBF is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is YS05 VBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS05 VBF shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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