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GP57 PDV

2007 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,541 mi
Last recorded86,541 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP57 PDV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 86,541 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 7 Aug 2023 86,507 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 31 Aug 2022 83,722 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 79,695 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 79,695 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 71,595 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 55,330 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 46,236 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 46,236 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 44,911 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 42,307 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 39,279 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 36,088 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 33,971 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 31,876 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 27,004 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2012 23,255 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 23,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 May 2011 17,980 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 12,452 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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GP57 PDV is a 2007 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 GP57 PDV, 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 GP57 PDV registered?

GP57 PDV is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 14 December 2007.

Is GP57 PDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP57 PDV shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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