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AF08 OOC

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

144,904 mi
Last recorded144,904 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 OOC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2019 144,904 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 144,904 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 136,047 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 126,350 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 126,350 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 115,958 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 115,956 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2015 103,642 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 91,658 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 91,658 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 79,778 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front number plate damaged

Pass 11 Jan 2013 64,884 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 50,074 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 28,218 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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AF08 OOC is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF08 OOC, 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 AF08 OOC registered?

AF08 OOC is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AF08 OOC safe to buy?

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