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PAT 87W

2017 BMW 125

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,296 mi
Last recorded122,296 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 12548,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAT 87W
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 122,296 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 98,699 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 82,741 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2023 67,157 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 51,664 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 39,474 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 39,474 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 30,580 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW 125?

Based on 59,027 MOT tests across 5,126 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
6,168
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
5,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 378
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 374
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 204
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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PAT 87W is a 2017 BMW 125 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 BMW 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 48,516 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 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PAT 87W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 9 years old, this BMW 125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PAT 87W?

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What year was PAT 87W registered?

PAT 87W is a 2017 BMW 125, first registered on 28 February 2017.

Is PAT 87W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAT 87W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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