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BJ70 YYA

2020 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,149 mi
Last recorded51,149 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2020 BMW 11830,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ70 YYA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2026 51,149 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2026 47,193 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 41,835 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 32,155 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 20,229 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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BJ70 YYA is a 2020 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2020 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 30,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ70 YYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 6 years old, this BMW 118 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BJ70 YYA?

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What year was BJ70 YYA registered?

BJ70 YYA is a 2020 BMW 118, first registered on 28 October 2020.

Is BJ70 YYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ70 YYA shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJ70 YYA have outstanding finance?

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