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DGZ 9257

2010 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,622 mi
Last recorded87,622 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGZ 9257
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 87,622 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2025 87,622 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Mar 2024 76,280 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 69,887 miles

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

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 69,876 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 68,785 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Fail 7 Sep 2020 68,522 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner Side Wall (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Unable To Check Back Rear Two Seats At Time Of Test

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 16 Apr 2019 65,271 miles

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front 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 27 Apr 2018 62,729 miles

Advise Replacement Bonnet Release Cable

Both Front Tyres Getting Worn Out From Outer & Inner Edge

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

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

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Fail 21 Apr 2018 62,729 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Both Front Tyres Getting Worn Out From Outer & Inner Edge

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

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

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 10 Apr 2017 60,483 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Pass 18 Apr 2016 58,111 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 55,233 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 52,001 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 46,680 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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DGZ 9257 is a 2010 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DGZ 9257, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DGZ 9257 registered?

DGZ 9257 is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 28 April 2010.

Is DGZ 9257 safe to buy?

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