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DS08 JZX

2008 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

103,753 mi
Last recorded103,753 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 JZX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2020 103,753 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 69,003 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 88,659 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 80,798 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 73,799 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 18 Jul 2016 73,799 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 67,542 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jul 2014 59,478 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 47,868 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 43,870 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 31,464 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 20,019 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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DS08 JZX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DS08 JZX, 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 DS08 JZX registered?

DS08 JZX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is DS08 JZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 JZX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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