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EX08 LWK

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

129,911 mi
Last recorded129,911 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 LWK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 129,911 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 129,911 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 129,636 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))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 126,453 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2019 126,446 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 116,996 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 113,500 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 109,983 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 103,763 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 96,671 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 89,660 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 25 Apr 2013 82,654 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 25 Jan 2012 71,361 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 58,944 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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EX08 LWK is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EX08 LWK, 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 EX08 LWK registered?

EX08 LWK is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is EX08 LWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 LWK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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