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EM02 SHA

2010 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,087 mi
Last recorded89,087 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEM02 SHA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 89,087 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S & N/S - Inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 85,629 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 82,579 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 25 Apr 2024 82,579 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Head light adjuster not connected (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 76,112 miles

covers over both outer sills

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2022 71,192 miles

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

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

vehicle is fitted engine covers and under trays

Pass 17 Mar 2021 62,497 miles

engine cover under car,.

Fail 17 Mar 2021 62,497 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken coil spring,,. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Headlamp aim too low both too low reset aim nsf osf,,prs,., (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing bald tread on edge of tyre,,also low 2mm tyre,. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover under car,.

Pass 30 Jul 2020 59,249 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2019 51,777 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 42,196 miles

underside shields fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2017 31,997 miles

undertrays fitted underside unable to full y check

Pass 17 Aug 2016 31,150 miles

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

Rear n/s and o/s tyres worn inner edges worn

Pass 19 Aug 2015 26,518 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 19,210 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 19,190 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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EM02 SHA is a 2010 BMW 120 in Black 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 EM02 SHA, 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.

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What year was EM02 SHA registered?

EM02 SHA is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 19 May 2010.

Is EM02 SHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EM02 SHA 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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