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DY10 VKA

2010 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,159 mi
Last recorded123,159 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2021
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY10 VKA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2021 123,159 miles

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

Offside 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))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 14 Jan 2021 123,159 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Offside 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))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 100,028 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 100,028 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 64,966 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 54,809 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 50,617 miles

n/s/f and n/s/r 5-6mm tyres have slight cuts in outer sidewalls

Pass 5 Oct 2015 45,592 miles

small chunk out of n/s/r tyre outer sidewall, no cords exposed

tyre pressure monitor lamp on dash

Pass 20 Sep 2014 38,930 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2014 38,930 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 32,035 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 29,845 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 VKA is a 2010 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VKA, 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 VKA registered?

DY10 VKA is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 14 May 2010.

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