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AE08 FGT

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

160,726 mi
Last recorded160,726 miles
Recorded on5 May 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 FGT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2016 160,726 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre perishing

exhaust system has missing bracket but not affecting security of exhaust sistem

Fail 5 May 2016 160,726 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre perishing

exhaust system has missing bracket but not affecting security of exhaust sistem

Pass 5 May 2015 146,149 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 135,208 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 120,216 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 101,833 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 87,566 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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AE08 FGT is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 78,736 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 AE08 FGT, 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 18 years old, this BMW 120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE08 FGT registered?

AE08 FGT is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is AE08 FGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 FGT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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