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JB51 JPB

2007 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

182,186 mi
Last recorded182,186 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJB51 JPB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 182,186 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 176,622 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre on legal limit advise to change

under covers fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2015 165,387 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear shocks leaking very close to excess advise to change

offside front fog light broken

offside front lower balljoint gaiter split advise to change

rear exhaust mount broken

rear prop bush split

Pass 16 Aug 2014 146,712 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Jul 2014 146,627 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Advise propshaft rear flexible coupling heavily deteroirated & in poor condition( split ) Replacement recomended

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 131,955 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Jul 2012 117,651 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 Jun 2011 99,597 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 99,597 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 89,764 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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JB51 JPB is a 2007 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 JB51 JPB, 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 JB51 JPB registered?

JB51 JPB is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 4 June 2007.

Is JB51 JPB safe to buy?

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