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CD08 CRD

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,437 mi
Last recorded85,437 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCD08 CRD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2021 85,437 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2021 85,435 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leaking excessively from engine engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

smell of burning

Pass 3 Apr 2020 78,790 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2020 78,790 miles

Central Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective on dashboard (1.1.4 (a) (i))

under bonnet checks not completed due to bonnet not opening

Pass 30 Mar 2019 73,529 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 70,222 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 63,723 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 53,954 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 43,908 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2013 34,835 miles

both front tyres start to wear on inner and outer edges

both rear brake discs pitted and corrode rear inner brake pad on 3mm advise replacement soon

offside rear tyre on 3mm

Pass 13 Nov 2012 27,339 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 20,040 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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CD08 CRD is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CD08 CRD, 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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CD08 CRD is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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