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CK08 UCS

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,004 mi
Last recorded132,004 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 UCS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2018 132,004 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 132,004 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 119,499 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2016 119,499 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 99,767 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 99,765 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

engine management light on

Pass 16 Apr 2014 88,908 miles

Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 73,928 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 60,196 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 42,745 miles

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)

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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CK08 UCS is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CK08 UCS, 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 CK08 UCS registered?

CK08 UCS is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is CK08 UCS safe to buy?

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