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AV08 EZS

2008 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

121,905 mi
Last recorded121,905 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 EZS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2025 121,905 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Dec 2025 121,905 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Dec 2024 109,616 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 101,710 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 99,090 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 94,151 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 89,312 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2020 89,312 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 86,059 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 80,973 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Dec 2018 80,969 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 75,399 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 70,025 miles

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

engine oil leaks

Pass 12 Dec 2015 63,696 miles

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

under cover fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2014 57,803 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 49,689 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 40,275 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 33,510 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 27,547 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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AV08 EZS is a 2008 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AV08 EZS, 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 AV08 EZS registered?

AV08 EZS is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 11 March 2008.

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The MOT history for AV08 EZS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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