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FV56 VDG

2007 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

116,680 mi
Last recorded116,680 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 VDG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 116,680 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 91,293 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 91,017 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi (3.6.B.4d)

unable to fully check underside of vehicle due to plastic under trays

Pass 19 Jan 2016 81,652 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 74,261 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 65,585 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2013 54,770 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 46,054 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 40,224 miles

front discs poor condition

rear discs poor condition

Fail 7 Feb 2011 40,224 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front discs poor condition

rear discs poor condition

rear seat belts cannot be checked

Pass 23 Dec 2009 24,017 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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FV56 VDG is a 2007 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FV56 VDG, 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 FV56 VDG registered?

FV56 VDG is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 13 January 2007.

Is FV56 VDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV56 VDG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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