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EK58 EKR

2008 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,317 mi
Last recorded39,317 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 EKR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2025 39,317 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 38,673 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 37,683 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 36,676 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 35,834 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 34,804 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 83,880 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 33,062 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 31,969 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 31,350 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 30,817 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 29,879 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 29,095 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 28,428 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 26,737 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

punture in N/S/R tyre

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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EK58 EKR is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EK58 EKR, 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

How do I check the history of EK58 EKR?

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What year was EK58 EKR registered?

EK58 EKR is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is EK58 EKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK58 EKR shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EK58 EKR have outstanding finance?

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