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B99 WLC

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

115,557 mi
Last recorded115,557 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB99 WLC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 115,557 miles

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both sides of car (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 111,179 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 108,932 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 108,913 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 103,418 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 97,470 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 92,243 miles

Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 87,866 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 82,668 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2017 77,678 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 72,555 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 72,555 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 66,660 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 59,928 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 48,759 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 40,283 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 31,730 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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B99 WLC is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 B99 WLC, 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 B99 WLC registered?

B99 WLC is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is B99 WLC safe to buy?

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