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YX05 NKM

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,932 mi
Last recorded114,932 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 NKM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 114,932 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 96,278 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 79,310 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 74,319 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 74,304 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 68,271 miles

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

front number plate cracked but unlikely to be unread

Pass 12 Sep 2012 62,186 miles

n/s/r jacking point block missing

Fail 4 Sep 2012 62,186 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r jacking point block missing

Pass 25 Aug 2011 55,463 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 48,769 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 41,109 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 29,624 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 NKM is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NKM, 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 YX05 NKM registered?

YX05 NKM is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is YX05 NKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX05 NKM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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