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125,329 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8/3mm across tread 215/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/3mm across 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8/3mm across tread 215/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/3mm across 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8/3mm across tread 215/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/3mm across 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8/3mm across tread 215/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/3mm across 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear rigidity plate heavily corroded
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear rigidity plate heavily corroded
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Central oil nleak
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Central oil nleak
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Both front tyres cracking slightly within tread
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35R 18Y RF (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35 R 18Y RF (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured inner rim cracked (4.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS
Both front tyres cracking slightly within tread
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
small cuts in sidewall of n/s/f tyre & worn low on edge
n/s/f tyre sidewall has small cuts
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
n/s/f tyre sidewall has small cuts
How Reliable is the BMW 120?
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BV08 PNJ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 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 BV08 PNJ, 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.
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BV08 PNJ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2008.
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