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YC07 VHF

2007 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

142,228 mi
Last recorded142,228 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC07 VHF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2025 142,228 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 137,714 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2023 137,705 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Emissions unable to be completed exhaust flexi pipe blowing (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2022 129,312 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2021 124,651 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 120,299 miles

Bonnet pull cable insecure inside vehicle

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

Fail 2 Jan 2020 120,299 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Bonnet pull cable insecure inside vehicle

Nearside Front Tyre wor inner & outer edges 205/50/17

Offside Front Tyre worn inner & outer edges 205/50/17

Tpms lamp on

Pass 16 Jan 2019 105,649 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 105,649 miles

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 97,898 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s o/s (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 27 Mar 2018 97,898 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s o/s (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 77,707 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Feb 2017 77,707 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 59,369 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 47,469 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2014 34,903 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 34,903 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 30,339 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 22,685 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 17,604 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 17,604 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 24 Apr 2010 15,864 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 15,864 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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YC07 VHF is a 2007 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2007 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 84,780 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 YC07 VHF, 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 19 years old, this BMW 120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC07 VHF registered?

YC07 VHF is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 25 April 2007.

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