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BD58 BWB

2008 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

114,140 mi
Last recorded114,140 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD58 BWB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 114,140 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

fuel cap seal worn

Pass 2 Dec 2024 107,779 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device deteriorated

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively sensor wire chaffing (1.6 (d))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 100,474 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

handbrake travel to max

Fail 6 Dec 2023 100,474 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

handbrake travel to max

Pass 9 Dec 2022 91,619 miles

Front slight brake imbalance across the axle

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear parking brake low effort

Fail 1 Dec 2022 91,335 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2021 82,783 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 76,821 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 71,367 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 65,122 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Dec 2018 65,122 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 60,065 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 53,592 miles

engine cover fitted obscuring view of components

under trays fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 13 Nov 2015 48,835 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 43,506 miles

nearside and offside front tyres cracking but no cords

rear pads getting low

Fail 17 Dec 2013 39,152 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 39,152 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 33,581 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2012 33,561 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 27,352 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2011 21,372 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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BD58 BWB is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD58 BWB, 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.

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BD58 BWB is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 17 December 2008.

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