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DG57 LXK

2007 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

154,622 mi
Last recorded154,622 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG57 LXK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 154,622 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner + Outer (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner + Outer (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner + Outer (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner + Outer (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Feb 2026 154,621 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner + Outer (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner + Outer (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner + Outer (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner + Outer (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2025 149,809 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play NS&OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS&OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 141,549 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 125,559 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 113,246 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 101,810 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 85,861 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 81,283 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 70,542 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 70,542 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 64,329 miles

Child seat fitted to n/s/r not allowing full check of seatbelt

Fail 13 Mar 2017 64,329 miles

Child seat fitted to n/s/r not allowing full check of seatbelt

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 53,689 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 45,142 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 36,092 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 33,507 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 31,718 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 29,015 miles

Front discs worn

Fail 24 Sep 2010 29,015 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front discs worn

Pass 15 Sep 2010 28,648 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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DG57 LXK is a 2007 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 DG57 LXK, 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 DG57 LXK registered?

DG57 LXK is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 9 September 2007.

Is DG57 LXK safe to buy?

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