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FG57 ULW

2007 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

176,587 mi
Last recorded176,587 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 ULW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2020 176,587 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 161,613 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 142,112 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 126,634 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 126,314 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 28 May 2016 107,925 miles

o/s/rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 15 Jun 2015 90,495 miles

Rear brake pads and discs worn

Windscreen cracked outside of swept area

Wipers smear screen

Fail 15 Jun 2015 90,495 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake pads and discs worn

Windscreen cracked outside of swept area

Wipers smear screen

Pass 31 Mar 2014 77,142 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 71,648 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 60,363 miles

Rear tyres getting close to wear bars

Pass 23 May 2011 44,543 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 34,402 miles

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

osf tyre worn bold on shoulders

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 ULW is a 2007 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ULW, 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.

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What year was FG57 ULW registered?

FG57 ULW is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 24 October 2007.

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The MOT history for FG57 ULW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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