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CP08 FKT

2008 BMW 120

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,550 mi
Last recorded138,550 miles
Recorded on25 May 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 FKT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2022 138,550 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

tyre pressure warning light on in vehicle

Fail 25 May 2022 138,550 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

tyre pressure warning light on in vehicle

Pass 21 May 2021 128,294 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 128,292 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 May 2020 121,164 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2020 121,164 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 114,399 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 106,516 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 97,346 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 86,223 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 76,588 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 65,311 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 55,702 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 46,111 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 35,701 miles

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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CP08 FKT is a 2008 BMW 120 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 CP08 FKT, 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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What year was CP08 FKT registered?

CP08 FKT is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 23 April 2008.

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