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LX17 GWL

2017 BMW Unknown

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,809 mi
Last recorded73,809 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW Unknown38,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX17 GWL
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 73,809 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 67,133 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 66,228 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 58,424 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 58,424 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 49,697 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2022 49,697 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 40,351 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 32,466 miles
Pass 10 May 2020

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How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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LX17 GWL is a 2017 BMW Unknown in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2017 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 38,870 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 Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX17 GWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 9 years old, this BMW Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LX17 GWL?

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What year was LX17 GWL registered?

LX17 GWL is a 2017 BMW Unknown, first registered on 31 December 2017.

Is LX17 GWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX17 GWL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LX17 GWL have outstanding finance?

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