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BV58 VTG

2008 BMW 120

Green Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

13,477 mi
Last recorded13,477 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 VTG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 13,477 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 11,603 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 11,562 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 10,764 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 10,485 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 10,200 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 9,944 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 9,545 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front to rear pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 8,854 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 8,197 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 7,193 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2015 6,499 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Aug 2014 5,881 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 5,039 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 4,201 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 3,213 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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BV58 VTG is a 2008 BMW 120 in Green with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BV58 VTG, 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 BV58 VTG registered?

BV58 VTG is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 18 September 2008.

Is BV58 VTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV58 VTG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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