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BK08 TEY

2008 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,243 mi
Last recorded90,243 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 TEY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2025 90,243 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 87,077 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation in light unit (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 83,982 miles

Nearside Front Condensation in headlamp unit

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 79,980 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 73,767 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 68,855 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 66,099 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 64,313 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 62,570 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 57,866 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 51,739 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 45,121 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 37,203 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 36,509 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 26,822 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2011 17,298 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 26 May 2010 7,731 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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BK08 TEY is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BK08 TEY, 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 BK08 TEY registered?

BK08 TEY is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is BK08 TEY safe to buy?

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