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GV17 UTF

2017 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,666 mi
Last recorded53,666 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 12045,083 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV17 UTF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 53,666 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 50,072 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 47,455 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 44,971 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 42,196 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2022 42,196 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 38,207 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 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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GV17 UTF is a 2017 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol 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 GV17 UTF, 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 GV17 UTF?

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What year was GV17 UTF registered?

GV17 UTF is a 2017 BMW 120, first registered on 30 June 2017.

Is GV17 UTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV17 UTF 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.

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