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J44 BLY

2010 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

75,077 mi
Last recorded75,077 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ44 BLY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 75,077 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 73,733 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 71,381 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 69,187 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 67,647 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 6 Nov 2020 66,300 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer side wall damaged / perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer side wall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 60,876 miles

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

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

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

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Jul 2018 57,141 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 49,563 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 41,568 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 32,932 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 24,462 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 14,413 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 14,413 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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J44 BLY is a 2010 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 J44 BLY, 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 J44 BLY registered?

J44 BLY is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 18 March 2010.

Is J44 BLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J44 BLY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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