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YC17 GME

2017 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,842 mi
Last recorded63,842 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 12045,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC17 GME
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 63,842 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2024 55,234 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 44,297 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2023 44,297 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 34,245 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all four (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 23,177 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 18,624 miles

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Pass 6 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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YC17 GME is a 2017 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YC17 GME, 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 YC17 GME registered?

YC17 GME is a 2017 BMW 120, first registered on 11 April 2017.

Is YC17 GME safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC17 GME shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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