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DG58 EXK

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,668 mi
Last recorded112,668 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG58 EXK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2018 112,668 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 105,353 miles

brake pad warning light staying on

Fail 31 Oct 2017 105,353 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake pad warning light staying on

Pass 29 Aug 2016 90,321 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 81,187 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing unevenly, balding on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Sep 2015 81,176 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/35/18 (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing unevenly, balding on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 68,441 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 56,001 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 36,944 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 25,620 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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DG58 EXK is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 DG58 EXK, 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 DG58 EXK registered?

DG58 EXK is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is DG58 EXK safe to buy?

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