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BG08 VHT

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

129,260 mi
Last recorded129,260 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 VHT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 129,260 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2024 129,260 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 123,043 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 111,796 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.38mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 98,592 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake anti rattle spring missing

Fail 17 Feb 2021 98,589 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake anti rattle spring missing

Pass 19 Feb 2020 90,029 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

O/S/R brake anti rattle spring missing

Fail 19 Feb 2020 90,024 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 RFT (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

O/S/R brake anti rattle spring missing

Pass 25 Feb 2019 75,240 miles

Engine cover fitted

Exhaust has been repaired

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under trays fitted

Fail 25 Feb 2019 75,239 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine cover fitted

Exhaust has been repaired

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under trays fitted

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 6 Feb 2018 60,207 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 60,242 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 58,653 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 52,740 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2014 45,689 miles

Nail in N/S/R tyre sidewall

Pass 3 Apr 2013 39,460 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 39,460 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 33,401 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2011 23,387 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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BG08 VHT is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BG08 VHT, 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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What year was BG08 VHT registered?

BG08 VHT is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 2 May 2008.

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