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YD57 BHN

2007 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

116,053 mi
Last recorded116,053 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD57 BHN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 116,053 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2024 110,201 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 103,847 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 97,377 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2021 91,404 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 13 May 2021 91,404 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front brake pad warning wires disconnected

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

park brake effort low both sides

Pass 12 Dec 2019 89,797 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 87,207 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 83,028 miles

front and rear brake pads wearing half way

Pass 3 Feb 2017 75,465 miles

Both front tyres wearing on the edges

Fail 3 Feb 2017 75,465 miles

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Both front tyres wearing on the edges

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 66,111 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 104,441 miles

o/s and n/s rear tyres near wear bars(still legal)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 49,269 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 49,269 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 33,981 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 33,981 miles

Inner 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)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 25,156 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 13,319 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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YD57 BHN is a 2007 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YD57 BHN, 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 YD57 BHN registered?

YD57 BHN is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 17 September 2007.

Is YD57 BHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD57 BHN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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