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FG57 DVZ

2007 BMW 120

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

137,681 mi
Last recorded137,681 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 DVZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 137,681 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 132,547 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 127,076 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 115,101 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 115,101 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 99,643 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 92,452 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Fuel cap seal split

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake requires adjustment

Nearside Rear park brake low effort

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Fog lamp and stop lamp light intensity slightly reduced

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 92,384 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Fuel cap seal split

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake requires adjustment

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Fog lamp and stop lamp light intensity slightly reduced

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 84,162 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some compponents

Fail 18 Jul 2019 84,116 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread uneven on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some compponents

Pass 24 Sep 2018 77,490 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

n/s/r tyre close to wear bars

Pass 2 Oct 2017 71,928 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under trays fitted

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 67,269 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2016 65,505 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 59,951 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2014 59,949 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 53,124 miles

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

discs worn

o/s/f tyre 3mm & worn on edge

Pass 17 Dec 2012 46,592 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 46,035 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2011 41,063 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 35,378 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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FG57 DVZ is a 2007 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FG57 DVZ, 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 FG57 DVZ registered?

FG57 DVZ is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 19 September 2007.

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