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AO08 XSW

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

89,526 mi
Last recorded89,526 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 XSW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 89,526 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 89,524 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 86,946 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 85,144 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 80,903 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 77,413 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jun 2014 73,575 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 68,905 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 62,096 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 48,516 miles

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

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

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 XSW is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XSW, 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 XSW registered?

AO08 XSW is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is AO08 XSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 XSW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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