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FB57 LTN

2008 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

109,012 mi
Last recorded109,012 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB57 LTN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2016 109,012 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 109,011 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket snapped off (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 91,331 miles

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

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 91,327 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 91,312 miles

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 75,431 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 53,206 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 47,488 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2011 40,304 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 31,218 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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FB57 LTN is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FB57 LTN, 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 FB57 LTN registered?

FB57 LTN is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is FB57 LTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB57 LTN shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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