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BX58 AEC

2008 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

98,005 mi
Last recorded98,005 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX58 AEC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 98,005 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 94,000 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 89,477 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 85,172 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 85,166 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 80,706 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 77,847 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 74,008 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 69,969 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 69,943 miles

Nearside Steering locking device missing track rod end locking bolt missing (2.2.C.1g)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2016 65,859 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 61,350 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 56,491 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 52,557 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 48,516 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 45,073 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 45,047 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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BX58 AEC is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BX58 AEC, 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 BX58 AEC registered?

BX58 AEC is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is BX58 AEC safe to buy?

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