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MA17 UTM

2017 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,989 mi
Last recorded50,989 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 12045,083 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA17 UTM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 50,989 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 35,822 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 35,822 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 35,528 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 29,939 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Small slice on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 24,475 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 14,658 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 12,738 miles

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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MA17 UTM 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 MA17 UTM, 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 MA17 UTM?

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What year was MA17 UTM registered?

MA17 UTM is a 2017 BMW 120, first registered on 22 March 2017.

Is MA17 UTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA17 UTM 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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