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EX08 VLA

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

33,591 mi
Last recorded33,591 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 VLA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 33,591 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 32,187 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 31,160 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 29,703 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 28,653 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 27,493 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 27,200 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 25,510 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 23,618 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 21,742 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 19,777 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 17,255 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 14,958 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 12,744 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 10,390 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 10,390 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 8,120 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 VLA is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VLA, 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 EX08 VLA?

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What year was EX08 VLA registered?

EX08 VLA is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is EX08 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 VLA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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