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ET17 WDE

2017 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,743 mi
Last recorded53,743 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 12045,083 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET17 WDE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Dec 2025 53,743 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff showing oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight stone chip mark showing in front windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 42,706 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 25,125 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 21,730 miles

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

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

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

Slight seepage of oil from both rear driveshaft oil seals

Pass 14 Feb 2022 16,960 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 13,157 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 11,868 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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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ET17 WDE is a 2017 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ET17 WDE, 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 ET17 WDE?

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What year was ET17 WDE registered?

ET17 WDE is a 2017 BMW 120, first registered on 15 August 2017.

Is ET17 WDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET17 WDE shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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