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BU08 NYP

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,458 mi
Last recorded84,458 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 NYP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2024 84,458 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 79,950 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2023 79,950 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 72,947 miles

All tyres appear under-inflated

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 66,789 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 63,051 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 59,102 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 56,187 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 51,031 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 47,311 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 47,296 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 43,700 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both edges slightly (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 41,471 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 38,944 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 37,123 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 31,164 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2012 24,846 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Apr 2011 21,157 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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BU08 NYP is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BU08 NYP, 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 BU08 NYP registered?

BU08 NYP is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is BU08 NYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 NYP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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