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EF08 XBO

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

118,070 mi
Last recorded118,070 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 XBO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2023 118,070 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 111,873 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 106,486 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 101,461 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 97,646 miles

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

handbrake lever high

Pass 29 Nov 2018 88,461 miles

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

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 29 Nov 2018 88,461 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 72,688 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 65,019 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 61,168 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 57,196 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 49,907 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 49,907 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)

Fail 30 Jul 2012 38,546 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 38,546 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 38,405 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 28,937 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front tyres wearing 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 XBO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 XBO, 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 XBO registered?

EF08 XBO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 26 June 2008.

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