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SM66 CAL

2017 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,384 mi
Last recorded115,384 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 12045,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM66 CAL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2026 115,384 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2025 109,337 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 88,831 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 77,161 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 69,615 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 58,703 miles

under trays fitted restricting access to testable items

Pass 18 Nov 2020 53,726 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 44,335 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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SM66 CAL is a 2017 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 SM66 CAL, 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 SM66 CAL?

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What year was SM66 CAL registered?

SM66 CAL is a 2017 BMW 120, first registered on 24 January 2017.

Is SM66 CAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM66 CAL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM66 CAL have outstanding finance?

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