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EX10 FMU

2010 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

143,307 mi
Last recorded143,307 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX10 FMU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 143,307 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential seal/driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 130,439 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 112,524 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2022 94,553 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2021 77,880 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 66,291 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2019 60,640 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 55,874 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 51,608 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 47,138 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 43,983 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 43,983 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 40,720 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 37,984 miles

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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EX10 FMU is a 2010 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EX10 FMU, 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 EX10 FMU registered?

EX10 FMU is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 12 June 2010.

Is EX10 FMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX10 FMU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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