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AB10 OLY

2010 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

98,625 mi
Last recorded98,625 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB10 OLY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 98,625 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s front (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Apr 2021 98,625 miles

Headlamp aim too low n/s (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low o/s (4.1.2 (a))

Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted o/s rear (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view o/s (3.3 (b) (ii))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 92,749 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 89,155 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 83,696 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 74,440 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted unable to see testable items

Pass 18 May 2016 59,569 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 45,907 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2014 34,216 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Apr 2013 23,576 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

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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AB10 OLY is a 2010 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 AB10 OLY, 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 AB10 OLY registered?

AB10 OLY is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 5 May 2010.

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