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GK10 BFM

2010 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

79,973 mi
Last recorded79,973 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK10 BFM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 79,973 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2025 75,371 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 69,563 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 68,138 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 68,138 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 66,831 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 65,018 miles

front shockers misting in oil

Pass 30 Jun 2020 63,718 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 59,375 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 55,340 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 43,141 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2017 43,145 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 40,354 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 35,363 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 30,321 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 24,751 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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GK10 BFM is a 2010 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GK10 BFM, 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 GK10 BFM registered?

GK10 BFM is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 25 May 2010.

Is GK10 BFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK10 BFM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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