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CV08 EAC

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,905 mi
Last recorded124,905 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 EAC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 124,905 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

n/s/r suspension support bracket corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2018 113,202 miles

Both front tyres slightly worn on outside edge

Engine covers fitted obscuring some engine components

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

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip outside zone ‘A’ less than 40mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2017 88,074 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some engine components

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2016 72,105 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Mar 2016 72,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 62,737 miles

This vehicle passed the emission test, but readings to low to register on EGA Machine.

Pass 17 Mar 2014 52,600 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 42,812 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 34,539 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 25,199 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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CV08 EAC 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 90%.

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 CV08 EAC, 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 CV08 EAC registered?

CV08 EAC is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is CV08 EAC safe to buy?

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