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GL10 VNJ

2010 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

74,722 mi
Last recorded74,722 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL10 VNJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2025 74,722 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 73,700 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 70,276 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 64,351 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 56,885 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 47,743 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Jun 2018 43,533 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2018 43,533 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 37,668 miles

Covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 31,965 miles

engine trims fitted

nsr tyre 2.4mm

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2015 24,837 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 20,489 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 15,969 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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GL10 VNJ is a 2010 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GL10 VNJ, 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

How do I check the history of GL10 VNJ?

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What year was GL10 VNJ registered?

GL10 VNJ is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 29 June 2010.

Is GL10 VNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL10 VNJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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