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AF05 UCN

2005 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

162,918 mi
Last recorded162,918 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 UCN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 162,918 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 162,918 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 May 2016 157,002 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring view of some testable underside components

Brakes wearing thin - advise inspection of brakes all round

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

N/s/front suspension lower arm (forward facing)synthetic bush have movement

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 May 2015 149,947 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

rear wheel bearing slightly rough .

Fail 22 May 2015 149,933 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 May 2014 135,587 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 120,106 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 104,719 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 92,489 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 92,489 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 83,532 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 60,097 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 39,123 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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AF05 UCN is a 2005 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 AF05 UCN, 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 AF05 UCN registered?

AF05 UCN is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is AF05 UCN safe to buy?

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