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BU58 FXW

2008 BMW 120

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

117,224 mi
Last recorded117,224 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU58 FXW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 117,224 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 117,224 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)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 114,994 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2017 114,994 miles

Central Rear Seat belt stitching not secure (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 101,300 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 91,805 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 91,805 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)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 79,799 miles

EML on

offside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 9 Oct 2012 69,277 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2012 69,021 miles

E.M.L. is illuminated

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front wipers are starting to smear

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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BU58 FXW is a 2008 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU58 FXW, 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 BU58 FXW registered?

BU58 FXW is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 3 December 2008.

Is BU58 FXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU58 FXW shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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