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YB17 FVS

2017 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

104,184 mi
Last recorded104,184 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 12045,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB17 FVS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 104,184 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2026 104,184 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 89,511 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 May 2024 73,947 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 73,500 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2024 73,500 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 60,932 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in centre + bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3/4000 miles left? (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 43,984 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 28,466 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 25,003 miles
Pass 5 Jun 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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YB17 FVS is a 2017 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YB17 FVS, 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 YB17 FVS?

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What year was YB17 FVS registered?

YB17 FVS is a 2017 BMW 120, first registered on 13 June 2017.

Is YB17 FVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB17 FVS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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