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BG08 VHV

2008 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

99,853 mi
Last recorded99,853 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 VHV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2021 99,853 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 99,802 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 98,157 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 94,929 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 94,925 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2017 86,173 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 78,337 miles

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

under-trays fitted however the nearside one is missing

Fail 3 Nov 2016 78,271 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

clutch is hot

under-trays fitted however the nearside one is missing

Pass 7 Aug 2015 55,421 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 45,027 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 38,506 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 38,505 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 35,208 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

OSF tyre very clos to limit on both dges

Pass 18 Nov 2011 27,800 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 25,263 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 VHV is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 VHV, 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 VHV registered?

BG08 VHV is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 15 April 2008.

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