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FM10 VFV

2010 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

90,970 mi
Last recorded90,970 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM10 VFV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 90,970 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Swelling at ferrules (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted obscuring inspection of some items

Fail 13 Mar 2026 90,970 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Swelling at ferrules (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted obscuring inspection of some items

Pass 8 Mar 2025 85,331 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 81,765 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 78,585 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear main (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 72,062 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 70,471 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 70,458 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 68,215 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 68,214 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Dec 2019 61,930 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 51,363 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 40,487 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 37,836 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 33,585 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 29,129 miles
Pass 18 May 2014 24,788 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 21,524 miles

the nsf and osf tyres are slightly worn on the outer edges

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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FM10 VFV is a 2010 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FM10 VFV, 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 FM10 VFV registered?

FM10 VFV is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 31 May 2010.

Is FM10 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM10 VFV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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