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YC07 XAF

2007 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,651 mi
Last recorded129,651 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2020 129,651 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 119,228 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2018 107,901 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 104,489 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 100,115 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Jul 2015 96,916 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions too low to register results

Pass 20 Jul 2015 96,916 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions too low to register results

Pass 24 Jul 2014 93,564 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 88,215 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 88,215 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 76,931 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 64,377 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 64,377 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 52,121 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 50,863 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 XAF is a 2007 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XAF, 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 XAF registered?

YC07 XAF is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 30 May 2007.

Is YC07 XAF safe to buy?

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