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BG08 RGU

2008 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

96,970 mi
Last recorded96,970 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 RGU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 96,970 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2025 96,942 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 89,162 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

nearside front tyre wearing on outer shoulder

Pass 28 Sep 2023 82,295 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 78,857 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 74,685 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 71,456 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 65,977 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 61,881 miles

both front tyre treads wearing low

Pass 15 May 2017 57,089 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 51,874 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 45,361 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 40,688 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 34,737 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 28,624 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 22,176 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 22,173 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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)

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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BG08 RGU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BG08 RGU, 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 BG08 RGU registered?

BG08 RGU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is BG08 RGU safe to buy?

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