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GC53 AMC

2010 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,037 mi
Last recorded123,037 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC53 AMC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 123,037 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 117,984 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 114,461 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2020 114,437 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 108,763 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 102,474 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 94,387 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 75,958 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges

engine cover-under tray fitted

front brakes imbalanced

unable to see rear coil springs

Fail 29 Jun 2016 75,846 miles

Offside rear brake application uneven park brake (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges

engine cover-under tray fitted

front + rear service brakes imbalanced

unable to see rear coil springs

Pass 30 Jun 2015 53,490 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Mar 2014 22,901 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 13,834 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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GC53 AMC is a 2010 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GC53 AMC, 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.

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What year was GC53 AMC registered?

GC53 AMC is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 29 May 2010.

Is GC53 AMC safe to buy?

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