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AV58 VZZ

2008 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

69,419 mi
Last recorded69,419 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV58 VZZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2022 69,419 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 69,417 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 66,570 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 62,554 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 59,935 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 56,954 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 51,966 miles

o/s parking brake down on performance

Pass 1 Aug 2016 49,010 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 46,234 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 42,735 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 37,947 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 32,743 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s front brake is slower to operate

rear tyres are wearing/worn on the inner edge

sill covers fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2011 26,698 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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AV58 VZZ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AV58 VZZ, 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 AV58 VZZ registered?

AV58 VZZ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 30 December 2008.

Is AV58 VZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV58 VZZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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