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HV57 PDZ

2007 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

155,625 mi
Last recorded155,625 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV57 PDZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 155,625 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 145,221 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 131,559 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 131,559 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

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

rear exhaust mount broken but exhaust still secure

Pass 9 Dec 2014 102,113 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside front and nearside rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 9 Dec 2014 102,113 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside front and nearside rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 11 Nov 2013 81,470 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Fail 11 Nov 2013 81,468 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 60,167 miles

too clean to trigger dsm

Pass 17 Aug 2011 45,858 miles

washers weak

Pass 10 Sep 2010 35,308 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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HV57 PDZ is a 2007 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 HV57 PDZ, 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 HV57 PDZ registered?

HV57 PDZ is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 24 September 2007.

Is HV57 PDZ safe to buy?

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