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AO08 SLU

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

105,610 mi
Last recorded105,610 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 SLU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 105,610 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2016 97,138 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 97,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2015 90,766 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 74,486 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 59,782 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 45,858 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 36,152 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 SLU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AO08 SLU, 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 SLU registered?

AO08 SLU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is AO08 SLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 SLU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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