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BG58 GHY

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

142,767 mi
Last recorded142,767 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 GHY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2023 142,767 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2023 142,767 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 131,493 miles

Engine cover fitted.

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Under trays fitted.

Fail 10 Jan 2022 131,485 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine cover fitted.

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak.

T P M S light on.

Under trays fitted.

Pass 7 Dec 2020 124,271 miles

oil leak

Pass 4 Dec 2019 118,031 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Fail 3 Dec 2019 118,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 112,456 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2017 106,749 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2016 93,070 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 70,793 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 70,793 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 64,796 miles

o/s/f wheel bearing slightly noisy within the limit.

Pass 5 Nov 2013 57,803 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 57,803 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 49,799 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 39,620 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 30,336 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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BG58 GHY is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 BG58 GHY, 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 BG58 GHY registered?

BG58 GHY is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 12 November 2008.

Is BG58 GHY safe to buy?

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