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FG10 XAJ

2010 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

78,738 mi
Last recorded78,738 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG10 XAJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 78,738 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2025 78,738 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2022 73,773 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 49,516 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 32,446 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 23,073 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 21,326 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 19,785 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 17,094 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 14,850 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 12,323 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 9,145 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FG10 XAJ is a 2010 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FG10 XAJ, 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 FG10 XAJ registered?

FG10 XAJ is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 31 May 2010.

Is FG10 XAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG10 XAJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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