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FT07 MKV

2007 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

125,490 mi
Last recorded125,490 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT07 MKV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 125,490 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 121,840 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2022 116,815 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 109,880 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 109,880 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 94,017 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 83,807 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 74,935 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 74,829 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 65,594 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 61,437 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2014 55,247 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 47,510 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 47,510 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 40,460 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 38,107 miles

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

front discs corroded on inner faces

Fail 19 Jul 2011 38,107 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

front discs corroded on inner faces

Pass 27 Jul 2010 28,401 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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FT07 MKV is a 2007 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2007 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 84,780 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 FT07 MKV, 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 FT07 MKV registered?

FT07 MKV is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 25 July 2007.

Is FT07 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT07 MKV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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