MOT Status
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166,389 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
engine undertray damaged
rear suspension corroded
undertrays damaged
Front disc brakes wearing thin
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear sub frame corroded
Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/sr and o/sr (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Nearside Rear metal brake pipe has light corrosion
Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (antiroll bar link rod) lower ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/sr and o/sr (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Nearside Front Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened antiroll bar link rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear metal brake pipe has light corrosion
Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule OS and NS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material OS and NS (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front wipers poor
Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
Exhaust system insecure rear mounting bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Front wipers poor
Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the BMW 120?
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J5 MVJ is a 2007 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
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 J5 MVJ, 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 J5 MVJ registered?
J5 MVJ is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 25 September 2007.
Is J5 MVJ safe to buy?
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