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BU07 ZPL

2007 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

118,972 mi
Last recorded118,972 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU07 ZPL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 118,972 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 113,380 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2018 113,366 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 98,475 miles

EML light indicates an engine fault

Pass 24 May 2016 88,858 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 81,662 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 75,744 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 67,418 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 61,999 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 56,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 56,361 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 51,944 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 48,423 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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BU07 ZPL is a 2007 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU07 ZPL, 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

How do I check the history of BU07 ZPL?

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What year was BU07 ZPL registered?

BU07 ZPL is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 16 March 2007.

Is BU07 ZPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU07 ZPL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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