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EF17 RDX

2017 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

129,547 mi
Last recorded129,547 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 12045,083 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF17 RDX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 129,547 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 13 Dec 2024 124,225 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 116,531 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 108,767 miles

full under body shields/covers fitted

Fail 28 Dec 2022 108,767 miles

Rear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

full under body shields/covers fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2021 96,473 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 75,845 miles
Pass 17 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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EF17 RDX is a 2017 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EF17 RDX, 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

How do I check the history of EF17 RDX?

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What year was EF17 RDX registered?

EF17 RDX is a 2017 BMW 120, first registered on 25 May 2017.

Is EF17 RDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF17 RDX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF17 RDX have outstanding finance?

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