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DA57 WVB

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

179,465 mi
Last recorded179,465 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA57 WVB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 179,465 miles

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 10 May 2016 158,129 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 136,608 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 113,035 miles

o/s/r tyre has inner side wall damage not to cords

Fail 8 Apr 2014 112,226 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

o/s/r tyre has inner side wall damage not to cords

Pass 27 Apr 2013 90,708 miles

both front tyre inner walls split, advise replaced

Fail 19 Apr 2013 90,708 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

both front inner tyre walls split

o/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

o/s/r tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 15 May 2012 70,655 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2011 50,918 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 50,917 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front tyre walls split

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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DA57 WVB 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 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DA57 WVB, 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 DA57 WVB registered?

DA57 WVB is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 14 January 2008.

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