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H7 ECL

2007 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

72,505 mi
Last recorded72,505 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH7 ECL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 72,505 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2026 72,504 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 70,396 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forwardmost, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 68,576 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 66,913 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 65,007 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 63,108 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 61,594 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 59,501 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 56,883 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 53,165 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 49,461 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 46,201 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Jun 2014 43,006 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside & Offside Rear Tyres Perished

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2013 39,882 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front tyre tread cracked/perished.

Offside front tyre tread cracked/perished.

Pass 7 Jun 2012 36,430 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 32,273 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 27,707 miles

Nearside rear tyre tread starting to crack.

Offside rear tyre tread starting to crack.

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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H7 ECL is a 2007 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 H7 ECL, 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 H7 ECL registered?

H7 ECL is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 14 June 2007.

Is H7 ECL safe to buy?

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