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GL57 DKX

2007 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

158,292 mi
Last recorded158,292 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 DKX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 158,292 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 152,943 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2023 145,612 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 137,187 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 130,352 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Hand brake performance is low

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

Ns number plate lamp is dim

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Cracking (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2021 129,849 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Hand brake performance is low

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

Ns number plate lamp is dim

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Cracking (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 123,876 miles

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

tpms light on

Fail 6 Jan 2021 123,787 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

tpms light on

Pass 9 Dec 2019 117,988 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front flexi (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower forward most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

parking brake =16%

Pass 3 Jan 2019 113,960 miles

Covers and shields fitted

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Dec 2018 113,918 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Covers and shields fitted

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Sat nav holder ()

Offside Rear Tyre badly worn on inner edge

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

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 106,322 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2017 106,157 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Both front shock absorbers have no damping effect

Pass 8 Dec 2016 98,875 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 94,155 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2014 91,482 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 91,482 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 89,985 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 80,444 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 63,590 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 47,784 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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GL57 DKX is a 2007 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GL57 DKX, 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 GL57 DKX registered?

GL57 DKX is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 29 November 2007.

Is GL57 DKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 DKX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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