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V2 LYC

2017 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,738 mi
Last recorded88,738 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 12045,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 LYC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 88,738 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 71,662 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 68,093 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 60,565 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 57,897 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approximately 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 48,711 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 48,681 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 47,750 miles

under shields fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 26 May 2020 47,750 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under shields fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 30 Mar 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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V2 LYC is a 2017 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V2 LYC, 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 V2 LYC?

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What year was V2 LYC registered?

V2 LYC is a 2017 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is V2 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V2 LYC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V2 LYC have outstanding finance?

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