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DY10 TCX

2010 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

103,219 mi
Last recorded103,219 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY10 TCX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 103,219 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 99,659 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2024 99,659 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 96,027 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 91,627 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 87,002 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 75,071 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2019 58,675 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 48,684 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 42,412 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 39,954 miles

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

front tyres worn heavily on inner edges and perished in tread area advise replacement

Fail 1 Apr 2016 39,954 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/35/18 rft (4.1.D.1b)

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

front tyres worn heavily on inner edges and perished in tread area advise replacement

Pass 17 Mar 2015 38,021 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 35,188 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 27,533 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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DY10 TCX is a 2010 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DY10 TCX, 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 DY10 TCX registered?

DY10 TCX is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 30 March 2010.

Is DY10 TCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY10 TCX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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