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HG57 GBV

2007 BMW 120

Brown Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

129,331 mi
Last recorded129,331 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG57 GBV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 129,331 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 122,353 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 May 2018 115,113 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 108,815 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 108,815 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2016 102,150 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 95,414 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 88,274 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 81,004 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2013 81,004 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 May 2012 70,742 miles

n/s/r tyre punctured

Fail 1 May 2012 70,742 miles

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

n/s/r tyre punctured

Pass 12 May 2011 57,128 miles

n/s/f tyre 1.6/3/1.6

nail in n/s/f tyre

residue around auto gearbox sump

Pass 19 May 2010 43,043 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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HG57 GBV is a 2007 BMW 120 in Brown with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HG57 GBV, 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 HG57 GBV registered?

HG57 GBV is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 26 October 2007.

Is HG57 GBV safe to buy?

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