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AJ57 LJA

2007 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

117,121 mi
Last recorded117,121 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 LJA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 117,121 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2017 117,121 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 113,656 miles

engine and under trays fitted

Fail 29 Jun 2016 113,656 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

engine and under trays fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2015 105,313 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 100,529 miles

engine top cover and undertray fitted

handbrake reserve slightly low

nearside rear tyre worn to 3mm tread

play in offside rear suspension upper arm inner bush

Fail 3 Apr 2014 100,529 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

engine top cover and undertray fitted

handbrake reserve slightly low

nearside rear tyre worn to 3mm tread

play in offside rear suspension upper arm inner bush

Pass 12 Apr 2013 86,607 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 86,607 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 78,733 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 78,733 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 16 Sep 2011 65,164 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 65,164 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 61,264 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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AJ57 LJA is a 2007 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 AJ57 LJA, 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 AJ57 LJA registered?

AJ57 LJA is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 22 November 2007.

Is AJ57 LJA safe to buy?

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