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YX57 ZVL

2007 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

157,961 mi
Last recorded157,961 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 12084,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX57 ZVL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2022 157,961 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 157,961 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower hub joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 151,836 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 142,518 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 142,461 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 133,144 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Nearside and Offside (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 126,826 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 116,976 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 114,478 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 98,884 miles

o/s n/s/f tyre inner treads starting to wear

Pass 22 Mar 2014 75,730 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 55,496 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 34,169 miles

emmision limits were tested and met but the DSM could not register the readings

Pass 1 Apr 2011 11,116 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 10,183 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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YX57 ZVL is a 2007 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YX57 ZVL, 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 YX57 ZVL registered?

YX57 ZVL is a 2007 BMW 120, first registered on 27 September 2007.

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