2010 BMW 120 2.0L Diesel · FV60 ABF

This BMW 120 presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 7 July 2025 at 98,150 miles passed without any defects or advisories. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to 2022, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in a state of good repair. The mileage is typical for a 16 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 6,134 miles per year. The accumulation is steady and predictable, with 3,842 miles added between June 2023 and June 2024, and 3,842 miles added between June 2024 and July 2025. A technical anomaly appears on 29 June 2023, where the vehicle failed and passed on the same day at 90,437 miles. Since no specific defects were recorded for that failure, it likely represents a clerical error or a minor administrative issue rather than a mechanical fault. The absence of advisories over the last four years is uncommon for a vehicle of this age. While the record is clean, a buyer should still manually inspect the chassis and suspension components for corrosion, as MOT testers often overlook surface rust that does not yet compromise structural integrity. Checking the condition of the brake discs and suspension bushes is advisable to ensure they have not been neglected, given that the record shows no replacements were triggered by MOT failures. The lack of recurring faults suggests a disciplined approach to maintenance by the previous owner. Focus any physical inspection on common BMW 1-series wear points, such as oil leaks from the engine seals or wear in the steering rack, as these items do not always trigger an MOT failure until they become severe.