2010 BMW 120 2.0L Diesel · AP10 BMZ
2010 BMW 120 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2010. Recorded mileage 99,897 miles. MOT valid until 13 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 120
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,897 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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AP10 BMZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2026
- 99,897 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AP10 BMZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 BMW 120 (AP10 BMZ) between May 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
AP10 BMZ Mileage History
- 09/05/202375,058 mi
- 23/04/202481,001 mi+5,943 mi
- 15/05/202586,332 mi+5,331 mi
- 15/05/202586,332 mi
- 15/05/202699,897 mi+13,565 mi
Average of roughly 8,233 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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