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YH57 YEX

2007 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,153 mi
Last recorded100,153 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH57 YEX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2021 100,153 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 85,000 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2020 85,000 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 81,072 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 81,072 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 80,043 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 32,455 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 75,132 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2015 71,724 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2014 68,882 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 68,882 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 67,674 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 63,966 miles

exhaust system has split in middle section

Pass 4 Oct 2011 56,549 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 56,549 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 41,599 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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YH57 YEX is a 2007 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 YH57 YEX, 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 YH57 YEX registered?

YH57 YEX is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is YH57 YEX safe to buy?

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