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YL07 VPC

2007 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,740 mi
Last recorded123,740 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL07 VPC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2019 123,740 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 119,086 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 9 Mar 2018 119,080 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint front bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak ()

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 107,546 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 96,759 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 86,244 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 86,244 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 73,016 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 60,471 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear seats folded down & full of belongings preventing full inspection of seats & seat belts

Fail 27 Feb 2013 60,471 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear seats folded down & full of belongings preventing full inspection of seats & seat belts

Pass 29 Feb 2012 47,165 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 47,165 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 32,803 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 26,992 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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YL07 VPC is a 2007 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YL07 VPC, 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 YL07 VPC registered?

YL07 VPC is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 31 July 2007.

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