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AF08 TGM

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

151,000 mi
Last recorded151,000 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 TGM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 151,000 miles

both front flexi brake hoses slightly deteriorated-slight oil leak-rear suspension arm bushes slightly perished/slight play-rear axle corroded-front brakes slightly binding-

Pass 19 Oct 2024 145,449 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 139,042 miles

rear axle corroded/rear suspension arm bushes perished-

Pass 7 Oct 2022 134,578 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 130,265 miles

all tyres worn low-oil leak

Pass 15 Oct 2020 124,229 miles

handbrake lever has slight travel-n/s/f tyre on limit-front and rear brake discs wearing thin

Pass 3 Oct 2019 122,142 miles

handbrake lever has slight travel-both rear tyres on limit-rear suspension arm bushes have slight play

Pass 13 Oct 2018 116,219 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 108,387 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 95,536 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2016 95,536 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2015 78,235 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2014 62,786 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2013 48,121 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 30,770 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 26,725 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 20,454 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 TGM is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AF08 TGM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF08 TGM registered?

AF08 TGM is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is AF08 TGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 TGM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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