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YH07 PLX

2007 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

181,162 mi
Last recorded181,162 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH07 PLX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 181,162 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 161,481 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022
Fail 20 Apr 2022

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 149,522 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 142,811 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 137,654 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 127,141 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush (lower/rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 116,939 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 102,554 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 90,357 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 78,660 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 61,553 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 39,907 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 14,613 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 14,049 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 10,976 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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YH07 PLX is a 2007 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YH07 PLX, 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 YH07 PLX registered?

YH07 PLX is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 1 July 2007.

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The MOT history for YH07 PLX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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