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CR08 RAE

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

173,562 mi
Last recorded173,562 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCR08 RAE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 173,562 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 161,307 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 150,086 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 142,056 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 134,012 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp output reduced

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp output reduced

Fail 10 Dec 2020 134,012 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp output reduced

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp output reduced

Pass 18 May 2019 111,326 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 86,784 miles

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

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2017 63,967 miles

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

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2016 48,513 miles

child seat fitted to n/s rear

Pass 17 Apr 2015 36,957 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 26,363 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 18,555 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 12,958 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 8,813 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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CR08 RAE is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 CR08 RAE, 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 CR08 RAE registered?

CR08 RAE is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is CR08 RAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CR08 RAE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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