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BT08 GZX

2008 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

104,830 mi
Last recorded104,830 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 GZX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2024 104,830 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 4 May 2022 84,922 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 83,631 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 79,644 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

oil leak

Pass 4 Jan 2019 73,471 miles

engine and side covers fitted not allowing full inspection on some components

Pass 21 Dec 2017 67,553 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 59,105 miles

underside engine and side covers fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2015 45,850 miles

engine covers and side covers fitted obstucting some componants

Pass 25 Oct 2014 35,378 miles

Both Side Rear brake pads low

Both rear tyres worn on inner

Pass 30 Sep 2013 26,816 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 26,795 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 26,169 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 26,154 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 24,300 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 22,262 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 22,166 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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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BT08 GZX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 BT08 GZX, 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 BT08 GZX registered?

BT08 GZX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is BT08 GZX safe to buy?

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