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HF10 GKV

2010 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

145,495 mi
Last recorded145,495 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF10 GKV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 145,495 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 134,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge and wall cut (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres 3 mm tread depth

under trays and covers fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2024 127,636 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2023 121,114 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 113,038 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 113,038 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn closest to front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2021 109,188 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 109,188 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2020 103,310 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 103,310 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 96,789 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 90,892 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 90,801 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber leaking oil (9.2.7b)

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

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

Pass 4 May 2017 81,980 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 79,914 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres outer edges worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 74,915 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 70,156 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 62,711 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 56,303 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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HF10 GKV is a 2010 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 HF10 GKV, 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 HF10 GKV registered?

HF10 GKV is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 10 March 2010.

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The MOT history for HF10 GKV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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