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EF59 ZHC

2010 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

127,303 mi
Last recorded127,303 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF59 ZHC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 127,303 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge only just 1.6 mm minimum (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone 'a'. (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone 'b'. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 109,694 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone 'b' . (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 90,345 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone 'a'. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 76,591 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2022 76,591 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 59,323 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 50,206 miles

front brake discs pitted

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 6 Nov 2019 47,190 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 45,637 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 43,611 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 38,296 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 31,461 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 31,455 miles

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 25,237 miles

inner front brake pads wearing low

Pass 4 Nov 2013 18,315 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2012 12,777 miles

rear brake pads wearing low

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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EF59 ZHC is a 2010 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EF59 ZHC, 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 EF59 ZHC registered?

EF59 ZHC is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 25 January 2010.

Is EF59 ZHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF59 ZHC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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