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D1 SHG

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD1 SHG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2024

Vehicle has been fully modified to Stage Rally Specifications and has various testable items removed and brakes Taply tested due to motorsport LSD unit fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2023

Vehicle is a fully prepared stage rally car thus some testable items have been removed and brakes were tapley tested due to a motorsport LSD fitted.

Pass 4 Feb 2022

Vehicle fully converted for Stage Rally Use Various Safety Systems Removed and Parts Up-Graded from Standard.

Pass 11 Dec 2020

Vehicle is a fully prep'd rally car with safety systems removed and motorsport LSD fitted thus decel brake tested.

Fail 11 Dec 2020

Front Headlamp aim too high Both N/S & O/S (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicle is a fully prep'd rally car with safety systems removed and motorsport LSD fitted thus decel brake tested.

Pass 5 Nov 2015 136,766 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2015 136,766 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 123,821 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres close to limit at time of test

low emissions detected

n/s rear disc pads low

Pass 22 Oct 2013 110,684 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 3 Oct 2012 98,847 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 87,757 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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D1 SHG is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 D1 SHG, 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 D1 SHG registered?

D1 SHG is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is D1 SHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D1 SHG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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