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FM08 JZU

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,814 mi
Last recorded56,814 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 JZU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2026 56,814 miles

Emission is too clean to test

Pass 11 Jul 2025 54,034 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 51,276 miles

emission is too clean to test

Pass 24 Mar 2023 48,717 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 46,838 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 44,458 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 42,978 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 41,361 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 38,038 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 34,780 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 31,736 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 28,772 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 23,837 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2012 19,058 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 14,132 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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FM08 JZU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FM08 JZU, 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 FM08 JZU?

You can check the full history of FM08 JZU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FM08 JZU registered?

FM08 JZU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 19 July 2008.

Is FM08 JZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 JZU shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FM08 JZU have outstanding finance?

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