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FG08 AOR

2008 BMW 120

Brown Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

222,557 mi
Last recorded222,557 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 AOR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 222,557 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (nearside & offside) (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front shock absorber dust cover deteriorated (nearside & offside)

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Parking brake level reserve travel

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (nearside & offside) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (nearside & offside) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (nearside & offside) (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (nearside & offside) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear subframe and suspension components corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2025 215,020 miles

Brake valve slightly damaged or slight leak (1.1.7 (a) (i))

Corrosion to rear suspension components

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Feb 2024 210,916 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 204,295 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside + Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak

Rear Subframe + underbody corroded

Under-trays/Engine cover/sill trims fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 9 Nov 2021 193,522 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 193,522 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 188,406 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside + Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Surface rust + Subframe + Suspension components Corroded

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 177,750 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside

Rear Vehicle structure + rear suspension components have slight surface rust and corrosion

Fail 14 Oct 2019 177,750 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside

Rear Vehicle structure + rear suspension components have slight surface rust and corrosion

Pass 1 Oct 2018 165,920 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 151,616 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 139,340 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Apr 2015 121,648 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 17 Apr 2014 110,927 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 24 Apr 2013 97,186 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 78,559 miles

Windscreen washers poor

Pass 15 Apr 2011 47,461 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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FG08 AOR is a 2008 BMW 120 in Brown with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FG08 AOR, 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.

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What year was FG08 AOR registered?

FG08 AOR is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 6 May 2008.

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