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EX08 XSZ

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

101,193 mi
Last recorded101,193 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 101,193 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 96,925 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front glass (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 91,092 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 86,058 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 78,364 miles

no acceleration

Pass 17 Feb 2021 72,218 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 64,179 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 53,863 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 43,687 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 32,467 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 34,056 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 31,618 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

wipers are juddering. recommend renewing blades

Pass 23 Jan 2014 26,430 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 22,096 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 22,096 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 18,054 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 16 Feb 2011 12,958 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 XSZ 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 XSZ, 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 XSZ registered?

EX08 XSZ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is EX08 XSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 XSZ 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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