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FG57 XSR

2007 BMW 120

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,011 mi
Last recorded117,011 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 XSR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 117,011 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 116,377 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 108,047 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 108,047 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2018 105,265 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 93,184 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 78,422 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 25 Apr 2016 78,421 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2015 73,716 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 66,084 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 Aug 2014 66,084 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 58,919 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 50,362 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 50,362 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 43,442 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 38,103 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 XSR is a 2007 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XSR, 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 XSR registered?

FG57 XSR is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 5 October 2007.

Is FG57 XSR safe to buy?

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