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CE10 PBZ

2010 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

142,608 mi
Last recorded142,608 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE10 PBZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 142,608 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 134,256 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both shocks lazy (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 130,262 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 126,149 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges replace asap (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges replace asap (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 110,152 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 104,326 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

surface rust on rear subframe

Fail 13 Oct 2020 104,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

surface rust on rear subframe

Pass 20 Sep 2019 92,500 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 88,561 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Sep 2017 84,623 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Oct 2016 81,234 miles

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

covers under vehicle

Fail 11 Oct 2016 81,234 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both sides (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

covers under vehicle

Pass 25 Sep 2015 68,950 miles

covers under vehicle. covers in engine bay.

Fail 26 Sep 2014 53,084 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 53,084 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 48,937 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 39,149 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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CE10 PBZ is a 2010 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2010 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 74,673 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 CE10 PBZ, 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 16 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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CE10 PBZ is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2010.

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