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BN08 NLL

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

165,454 mi
Last recorded165,454 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 165,454 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 155,076 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 151,354 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 142,357 miles

under covers engine covers o/s/r wheel bearing o/s/f drop link

Fail 6 Feb 2018 142,357 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush both arms (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

under covers engine covers o/s/r wheel bearing o/s/f drop link

Pass 4 Feb 2017 130,632 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 126,403 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 115,083 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2014 92,102 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 71,433 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 49,567 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 24,074 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 NLL is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 NLL, 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 BN08 NLL registered?

BN08 NLL is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is BN08 NLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 NLL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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