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HN57 EVM

2007 BMW 120

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

119,055 mi
Last recorded119,055 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN57 EVM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 119,055 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 114,346 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 110,264 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 106,159 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 101,443 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 97,194 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 93,774 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

offside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 15 Feb 2019 73,282 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 64,049 miles

Damaged rear bumper

Pass 11 Feb 2017 52,540 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Front brake pads and discs wearing low

Major oil leak 2 lts added to engine.

Rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 7 Mar 2016 39,396 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 36,141 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Aug 2015 36,141 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2014 27,389 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Aug 2013 16,994 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 15,971 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 15,396 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 12,747 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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HN57 EVM is a 2007 BMW 120 in Green 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 HN57 EVM, 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 HN57 EVM registered?

HN57 EVM is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 15 November 2007.

Is HN57 EVM safe to buy?

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