The road tax status for YA05 BZE is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for YA05 BZE?

The MOT for YA05 BZE is valid and due for renewal on or before 15 March 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of YA05 BZE?

The recorded mileage for YA05 BZE is 103,827 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is YA05 BZE ULEZ compliant?

No, YA05 BZE does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does YA05 BZE have an outstanding safety recall?

No, YA05 BZE has no outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded in official DVSA databases.

Official DVLA Record

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2005 BMW 118 2.0L Diesel · YA05 BZE

YA05 BZE

2005 BMW 118 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29/07/2005. Recorded mileage 103,827 miles. MOT status: Expired. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model: BMW 118
Year / Origin: 2005 · Leeds
Safety Recall: None Outstanding
MOT Status: Valid until 15/03/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 103,827 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 15/03/2025

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Mileage: 103,827 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2005
Engine: 1995cc

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YA05 BZE Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 16/03/2024
103,827 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
11 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)

! Older vehicle

✓ No outstanding recalls

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YA05 BZE Mileage History

11/04/202296,605 mi
11/04/202296,605 mi
02/03/202398,441 mi+1,836 mi
16/03/2024103,827 mi+5,386 mi

Average of roughly 3,741 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

YA05 BZE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 01:37

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 118 (YA05 BZE) between April 2022 and March 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 16 March 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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