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EN57 SXV

2007 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

141,874 mi
Last recorded141,874 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN57 SXV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 141,874 miles

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

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

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

rear subframe mounting support brackets corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2024 134,363 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 129,855 miles

Coil spring corroded Rear both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 125,076 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jul 2022 125,076 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2021 120,260 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2021 120,260 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 114,567 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 107,894 miles

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))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 96,742 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2016 88,898 miles

Engine covers and Under shields fitted obscuring certain components

Pass 29 Sep 2015 81,042 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 72,240 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine MIL on

Pass 11 Mar 2013 59,762 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 48,106 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 129,546 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres worn on inner + outer edges.

n/s/f fog lamp damaged + inop.

Fail 10 Jan 2012 129,546 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres worn on inner + outer edges.

n/s/f fog lamp damaged + inop.

Pass 31 Dec 2010 96,711 miles

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

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

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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EN57 SXV is a 2007 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2007 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 84,780 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 EN57 SXV, 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 19 years old, this BMW 120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EN57 SXV registered?

EN57 SXV is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 21 December 2007.

Is EN57 SXV safe to buy?

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