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AO08 KRX

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2024
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

133,134 mi
Last recorded133,134 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 KRX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2023 133,134 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2023 132,914 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 132,070 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2022 115,491 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 115,206 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 106,007 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 105,994 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 90,989 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 83,489 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 82,989 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 52,123 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 52,123 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2014 45,366 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 44,967 miles

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

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 36,509 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 36,509 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 31,877 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 25,270 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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AO08 KRX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 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 AO08 KRX, 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 AO08 KRX registered?

AO08 KRX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is AO08 KRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 KRX shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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