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KV10 VLH

2010 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

156,120 mi
Last recorded156,120 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV10 VLH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 156,120 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 152,004 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

engine cover/undertray fitted

Fail 8 Oct 2022 152,004 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

engine cover/undertray fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2021 145,732 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 11 Oct 2021 145,732 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 141,627 miles

under tray required

Pass 10 Apr 2019 120,369 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 115,547 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 115,547 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2017 108,201 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 104,601 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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KV10 VLH is a 2010 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 KV10 VLH, 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 KV10 VLH registered?

KV10 VLH is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 23 March 2010.

Is KV10 VLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV10 VLH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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