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YB17 NFG

2017 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,739 mi
Last recorded99,739 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 12045,083 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB17 NFG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 99,739 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 99,739 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 88,827 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2025 88,827 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 78,383 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 68,873 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 57,777 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 57,747 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

indicator self cancel inoperative

steering fault indicated on dash

Pass 31 Mar 2021 47,961 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 39,435 miles
Pass 19 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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YB17 NFG is a 2017 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 NFG, 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

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What year was YB17 NFG registered?

YB17 NFG is a 2017 BMW 120, first registered on 28 April 2017.

Is YB17 NFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB17 NFG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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