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BN08 FSG

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

162,765 mi
Last recorded162,765 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 FSG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2020 162,765 miles

ENGINE OIL LEAK

Pass 9 Nov 2019 151,611 miles

Front signs of oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 9 Nov 2019 151,611 miles

Front signs of oil leak

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 139,789 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Jul 2018 139,782 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 117,469 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust centre section clamp splitting

Pass 20 Aug 2016 100,504 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 91,931 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2015 91,739 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 78,624 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 65,119 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 52,444 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 40,109 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 39,076 miles

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

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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BN08 FSG is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BN08 FSG, 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

How do I check the history of BN08 FSG?

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What year was BN08 FSG registered?

BN08 FSG is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 8 March 2008.

Is BN08 FSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 FSG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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