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GL59 XEV

2010 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

99,896 mi
Last recorded99,896 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 XEV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 99,896 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All rear seats ()

Zero Smoke Emissions @15.10hrs

Pass 4 Apr 2017 83,656 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 72,001 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 71,991 miles

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

Both front tyres worn badly on edges

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 58,921 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 44,690 miles

rear tyres getting low on tread // zero smoketest

Pass 15 Apr 2013 26,772 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 24,909 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

vehicle emissions too clean to register on smoke meter

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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GL59 XEV is a 2010 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GL59 XEV, 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 GL59 XEV registered?

GL59 XEV is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 5 January 2010.

Is GL59 XEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 XEV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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