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CP17 JKV

2017 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,236 mi
Last recorded104,236 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 12045,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP17 JKV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 104,236 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive diff slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 104,149 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/35R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive at diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 94,723 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 81,960 miles

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 81,960 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 58,368 miles

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

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 41,573 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 36,209 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 27,266 miles

Emissions, no reading detected on blip trust.

Pass 23 May 2020

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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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CP17 JKV is a 2017 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2017 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 45,083 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 CP17 JKV, 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 9 years old, this BMW 120 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CP17 JKV registered?

CP17 JKV is a 2017 BMW 120, first registered on 31 May 2017.

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