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CY08 KMO

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,020 mi
Last recorded138,020 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY08 KMO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2022 138,020 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 136,298 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 134,669 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 132,740 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2019 132,740 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2018 117,377 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Jul 2018 117,377 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 97,585 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 May 2016 80,766 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 69,206 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2014 58,190 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 48,073 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 39,722 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 27,532 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 27,532 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both front and offside rear tyres worn low both edges

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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CY08 KMO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue 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 CY08 KMO, 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 CY08 KMO registered?

CY08 KMO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 12 June 2008.

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