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DM54 BLS

2007 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

174,951 mi
Last recorded174,951 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDM54 BLS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2021 174,951 miles

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 167,837 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 160,656 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2018 146,421 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 125,601 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 106,866 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 102,187 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2014 94,042 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2013 85,773 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 85,772 miles

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

engine fault light was on dash when started the test but went out at the of end of test

Pass 25 Jul 2012 77,851 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2011 69,558 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 57,893 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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DM54 BLS is a 2007 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DM54 BLS, 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 DM54 BLS registered?

DM54 BLS is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 5 September 2007.

Is DM54 BLS safe to buy?

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