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YS05 VCF

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

145,618 mi
Last recorded145,618 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS05 VCF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2023 145,618 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2023 145,618 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 140,170 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 136,433 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 136,433 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 132,831 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 132,831 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 125,679 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 114,022 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 104,688 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 96,656 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 96,656 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing Both sides hub carrier bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 88,941 miles

Both Front Tyres Showing Signs Of Cracking On Outer Sidewall

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

Fail 14 Jul 2015 88,941 miles

Both Front Tyres Showing Signs Of Cracking On Outer Sidewall

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 80,409 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 72,209 miles

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on the outer edge

Pass 9 Jul 2012 64,274 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 54,846 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 49,198 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 44,052 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 12 Aug 2008 36,305 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 VCF is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VCF, 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.

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What year was YS05 VCF registered?

YS05 VCF is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 20 June 2005.

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