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AV08 UKS

2008 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,017 mi
Last recorded58,017 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2015
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 UKS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2015 58,017 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 49,934 miles

Nearside front passengers door has slight damage

Pass 24 May 2013 43,694 miles

n/s front tyre worn on outter edge

Pass 28 May 2012 36,724 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 36,721 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2011 33,266 miles

Nearside 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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AV08 UKS is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UKS, 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 UKS registered?

AV08 UKS is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is AV08 UKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 UKS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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