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AU17 GYJ

2017 BMW 225

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,670 mi
Last recorded108,670 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 22546,612 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU17 GYJ
MakeBMW
Model225
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 108,670 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2026 108,670 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 100,654 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 92,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 84,847 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 16 Feb 2023 84,847 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 19 Feb 2022 76,656 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 68,642 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 60,184 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 225?

Based on 20,789 MOT tests across 2,642 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
6,195
Miles/Year
12
Year Lifespan
2,642
On UK Roads
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AU17 GYJ is a 2017 BMW 225 in Blue with a 1,499cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 BMW 225 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 46,612 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The BMW 225 typically stays on UK roads for around 12 years. At 9 years old, this BMW 225 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU17 GYJ registered?

AU17 GYJ is a 2017 BMW 225, first registered on 2 March 2017.

Is AU17 GYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU17 GYJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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