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EF08 AFO

2008 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,362 mi
Last recorded52,362 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 AFO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 52,362 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 49,928 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 47,533 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 45,146 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 43,161 miles

front n/s and o/s tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 27 Apr 2021 40,688 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 38,622 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 38,622 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 35,790 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 33,146 miles

Both Rear Tyres Starting Getting Worn Out from Inner Edge

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Front (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 26 Apr 2017 30,540 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 30,540 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 28,237 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 25,658 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 23,327 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)

Pass 16 May 2013 21,176 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 19,189 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 17,305 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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EF08 AFO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EF08 AFO, 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 EF08 AFO registered?

EF08 AFO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is EF08 AFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 AFO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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