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YJ07 JBB

2007 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,794 mi
Last recorded139,794 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ07 JBB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 139,794 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 139,794 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 132,720 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Aug 2016 132,720 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 128,801 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 123,043 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 11,474 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 93,472 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 93,472 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 69,678 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

o/s/f and n/s/f brake discs wearing thin

Fail 7 Aug 2010 46,006 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake warning light on

small splits in n/s/r tyre

Pass 7 Aug 2010 46,006 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

brake warning light on

small splits in n/s/r tyre

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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YJ07 JBB is a 2007 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YJ07 JBB, 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.

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What year was YJ07 JBB registered?

YJ07 JBB is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 14 August 2007.

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