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DN08 JEU

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

153,792 mi
Last recorded153,792 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 JEU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 153,792 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 3 Nov 2023 153,792 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2022 149,188 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 141,846 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rear exhaust hanger missing (broken 0ff) (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front pipes slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 22 Nov 2021 141,846 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective Rear exhaust hanger missing (broken 0ff) (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front pipes slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 138,642 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides front hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Rear exhaust hanger broken

Fail 14 Nov 2020 138,642 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner bush worn to excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides front hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 10 May 2019 133,157 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2018 126,494 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2017 119,564 miles
Fail 20 May 2017 119,564 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2016 110,490 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S AND O/S (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 May 2015 102,171 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)

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

Pass 24 May 2014 95,662 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 95,659 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 May 2013 88,783 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 80,156 miles

Rear screen washer, inop. Rear brake pads 4mm.Front number plate, poor condition.

Pass 25 May 2011 63,956 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)

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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DN08 JEU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DN08 JEU, 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 DN08 JEU registered?

DN08 JEU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is DN08 JEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN08 JEU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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