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EK60 VLJ

2010 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

96,282 mi
Last recorded96,282 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK60 VLJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 96,282 miles
Fail 1 May 2026 96,272 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2025 90,558 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside rear wearing/worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

advisory engine cover and under tray cover fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2024 78,422 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front on 3mm and wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front on 2mm and worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

advisory engine cover and under tray cover fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2023 68,696 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

small chips to windscreen

Pass 28 Apr 2022 59,482 miles

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 27 Oct 2021 58,315 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 53,458 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 51,072 miles

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

Nearside 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))

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

wipers smearing.

Pass 22 Oct 2018 49,958 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 38,822 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 38,822 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour BOTH ! Rear (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 37,493 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 37,493 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 35,202 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 33,228 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 24,863 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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EK60 VLJ is a 2010 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EK60 VLJ, 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 EK60 VLJ registered?

EK60 VLJ is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 24 October 2010.

Is EK60 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK60 VLJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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