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CV57 ELH

2007 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

112,865 mi
Last recorded112,865 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV57 ELH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 112,865 miles

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

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 24 Sep 2022 105,789 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 99,314 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 94,760 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 89,212 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 82,334 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 76,450 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 72,345 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush to hub (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 64,029 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 47,619 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 37,442 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 30,825 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 24,133 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 18,778 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Aug 2010 18,778 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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CV57 ELH is a 2007 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 CV57 ELH, 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.

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What year was CV57 ELH registered?

CV57 ELH is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is CV57 ELH safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV57 ELH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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