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YF57 FYW

2007 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

118,019 mi
Last recorded118,019 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF57 FYW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 118,019 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside on limit smooth on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2021 93,986 miles

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear outer (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 91,711 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 88,011 miles

Offside Front brake binding

slight blow at front

Pass 1 Mar 2018 82,993 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy pipes (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake binding

Pass 2 Mar 2017 75,016 miles

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

mechanical component slightly rusty

Pass 3 Feb 2016 69,514 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 64,137 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Feb 2014 58,732 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 54,874 miles

traction control warning light on

Pass 22 Feb 2012 50,239 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 50,128 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 32,711 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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YF57 FYW is a 2007 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YF57 FYW, 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 YF57 FYW registered?

YF57 FYW is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 18 December 2007.

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