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AO17 WUB

2017 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,268 mi
Last recorded43,268 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 12045,083 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO17 WUB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 43,268 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 5 Jun 2026 43,268 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 41,727 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 39,868 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 37,795 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 31 May 2023 37,795 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 34,370 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 28,287 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 23,510 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2020

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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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AO17 WUB is a 2017 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2017 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 45,083 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 AO17 WUB, 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 9 years old, this BMW 120 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO17 WUB?

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What year was AO17 WUB registered?

AO17 WUB is a 2017 BMW 120, first registered on 12 May 2017.

Is AO17 WUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO17 WUB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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