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DG57 PVA

2007 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

147,503 mi
Last recorded147,503 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG57 PVA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2020 147,503 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 138,386 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 123,854 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 114,670 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm left & worn on inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Number Plate light; poorly lit

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Underbody Undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2016 91,800 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 80,598 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 73,243 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 73,243 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 58,906 miles

Brake warning light on

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 48,606 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 40,358 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 28,395 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 PVA is a 2007 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 PVA, 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 DG57 PVA registered?

DG57 PVA is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 19 September 2007.

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