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YX05 MGZ

2005 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

112,966 mi
Last recorded112,966 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 MGZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2017 112,966 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 3 Feb 2017 112,966 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 94,743 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 87,380 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 80,645 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 72,785 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 65,351 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 58,023 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 48,239 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 38,467 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 26,802 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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YX05 MGZ is a 2005 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YX05 MGZ, 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 YX05 MGZ registered?

YX05 MGZ is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is YX05 MGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX05 MGZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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