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CP08 UOS

2008 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

67,017 mi
Last recorded67,017 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 UOS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 67,017 miles

both front brake hoses have minor cracking

both front lower arm bushes slightly worn

front discs corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2024 66,326 miles

both front brake hose have slight cracks

o/s/f lower arm front bush have slight cracks

Fail 24 Sep 2024 66,320 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

both front brake hose have slight cracks

o/s/f lower arm front bush have slight cracks

Pass 8 Jun 2023 65,845 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 65,845 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 63,892 miles

front discs lipped

n/s/r tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 23 Oct 2020 62,503 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 13 Apr 2019 56,401 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2018 49,848 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 44,461 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 38,951 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 34,665 miles

Front brake pads worn thin

Rear brake pads worn thin

Fail 12 Oct 2015 34,665 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake pads worn thin

Rear brake pads worn thin

Pass 7 Oct 2014 29,540 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 23,253 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 18,808 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 14,413 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 12,528 miles

engine management light on

front and rear tyres perished

rear tyres worn uneven on inside edge

service light on

rear tyres on limit

Fail 30 Jun 2011 12,528 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine management light on

front and rear tyres perished

rear tyres worn uneven on inside edge

service light on

rear tyres on limit

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 UOS is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 UOS, 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 CP08 UOS registered?

CP08 UOS is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is CP08 UOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 UOS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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