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AU08 LXT

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,790 mi
Last recorded94,790 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 LXT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2020 94,790 miles

Offside Front outersill repair covered in undersill so unable to fully inspect

Fail 29 Oct 2020 94,779 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 74,038 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 72,673 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 68,963 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 55,085 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 52,340 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 40,861 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 37,242 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 34,247 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 29,204 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 25,791 miles

Offside Rear 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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AU08 LXT is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AU08 LXT, 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 AU08 LXT registered?

AU08 LXT is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 25 May 2008.

Is AU08 LXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 LXT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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