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CM52 JWM

2007 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

88,530 mi
Last recorded88,530 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCM52 JWM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 88,530 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2026 88,528 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 86,508 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 86,508 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases snapped at flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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 5 Jul 2024 84,006 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 82,055 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2023 82,055 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure shoulder and in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Jul 2022 79,250 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 76,416 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 72,178 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 70,511 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 66,585 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 63,924 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 59,736 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 54,955 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 50,979 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 46,686 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 36,473 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 36,473 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 26,393 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 23,219 miles

offside front spot light out

Pass 29 Jun 2009 15,266 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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CM52 JWM is a 2007 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CM52 JWM, 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 CM52 JWM registered?

CM52 JWM is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 4 April 2007.

Is CM52 JWM safe to buy?

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