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CA08 XNR

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

129,024 mi
Last recorded129,024 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 XNR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2021 129,024 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 122,920 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 8 Mar 2019 116,094 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 109,608 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 102,293 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 94,771 miles

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

warning light on dash illuminated

Pass 1 Jul 2015 75,968 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 62,904 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 62,904 miles

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

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

brake warning light on

tyre warning light on

Pass 5 Jul 2013 49,342 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 36,391 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 31,038 miles

Both rear tyres are worn severely on inner edges

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

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

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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CA08 XNR is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 CA08 XNR, 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 CA08 XNR registered?

CA08 XNR is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is CA08 XNR safe to buy?

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