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GY07 PPU

2007 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

120,241 mi
Last recorded120,241 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY07 PPU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 120,241 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 98,263 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 May 2021 98,160 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Mar 2021 96,646 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed Sidewall damage. 225/40/18 RFT. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Front bumper slightly insecure.

Offside Front Headlight unit not in a correct position.

Offside Front Inner wheel arch damaged.

Rear Prob shaft vibration damper doughnut splitting.

Pass 2 Apr 2019 86,681 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Outer sill covers fitted to the vehicle

tyre run-flat light on

Fail 21 Mar 2019 86,445 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Outer sill covers fitted to the vehicle

tyre run-flat light on

Pass 23 Feb 2018 72,023 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 23 Feb 2018 72,023 miles

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 61,573 miles

Front Windscreen chipped (Out side zone A area)

Fail 6 Feb 2017 61,573 miles

Front Windscreen chipped (Out side zone A area)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 57,898 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 53,866 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 57,647 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 57,647 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 48,633 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 45,589 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 39,546 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 32,645 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Mar 2010 32,645 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GY07 PPU is a 2007 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 GY07 PPU, 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.

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What year was GY07 PPU registered?

GY07 PPU is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 24 March 2007.

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