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NU17 YFV

2017 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,503 mi
Last recorded85,503 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 12045,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU17 YFV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 85,503 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 May 2026 85,497 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 May 2025 75,457 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 65,249 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 55,481 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 44,615 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 35,296 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 28,968 miles
Pass 17 Apr 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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NU17 YFV is a 2017 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NU17 YFV, 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 NU17 YFV?

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What year was NU17 YFV registered?

NU17 YFV is a 2017 BMW 120, first registered on 26 April 2017.

Is NU17 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU17 YFV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NU17 YFV have outstanding finance?

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