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LA59 EEH

2010 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

186,346 mi
Last recorded186,346 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA59 EEH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 186,346 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 182,238 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 177,142 miles

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose CLAMP CORRODED (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2021 177,139 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose CLAMP CORRODED (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 168,341 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 168,341 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2019 131,784 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 108,180 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 1 May 2017 89,411 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2016 71,081 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 41,048 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 35,712 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 25,328 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 25,226 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Both front tyres worn low on outer edges.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (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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LA59 EEH is a 2010 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LA59 EEH, 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.

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What year was LA59 EEH registered?

LA59 EEH is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 11 February 2010.

Is LA59 EEH safe to buy?

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