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EF08 CSY

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

148,660 mi
Last recorded148,660 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 CSY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2020 148,660 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 124,275 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 124,273 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 May 2018 113,185 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 111,501 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 110,701 miles

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

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 31 Oct 2017 110,638 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

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

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 15 Nov 2016 95,426 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 95,207 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust clamp loose (7.1.2)

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

Front Oil leak ()

Offside Rear Brake pad warning light wire rubbing on drive shaft

Pass 16 Nov 2015 79,228 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 78,289 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 72,586 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 64,480 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 55,225 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/R tyre tread is starting to wear unevenly

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 17 May 2011 40,001 miles

Nail in rear tyre

both front tyres worn on edges

Fail 17 May 2011 40,001 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

both front tyres worn on edges

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 CSY is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EF08 CSY, 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 CSY registered?

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

Is EF08 CSY safe to buy?

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