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YC07 VYL

2007 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

102,001 mi
Last recorded102,001 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC07 VYL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 102,001 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 87,739 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 68,576 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 47,529 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2013 37,316 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 37,316 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 May 2012 24,061 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 21,203 miles

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 23 Jun 2010 17,830 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 VYL is a 2007 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 YC07 VYL, 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

How do I check the history of YC07 VYL?

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What year was YC07 VYL registered?

YC07 VYL is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 14 May 2007.

Is YC07 VYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC07 VYL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC07 VYL have outstanding finance?

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