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EF08 LVW

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

132,665 mi
Last recorded132,665 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 LVW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2025 132,665 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear differential leaking

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 125,201 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023 119,505 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2022 113,792 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 109,493 miles

Engine cover and/or undertray fitted preventing view.

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 106,369 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine cover and/or undertray fitted preventing view.

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 101,545 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

engine cover and/or undertray fitted preventing view.

Fail 27 Oct 2020 101,543 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

engine cover and/or undertray fitted preventing view.

Pass 28 Oct 2019 88,881 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

engine cover and/or undertray fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2018 79,592 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 76,390 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 67,925 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 65,437 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2014 59,974 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 53,067 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 38,202 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 23,046 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 LVW is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 LVW, 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 LVW registered?

EF08 LVW is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is EF08 LVW safe to buy?

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