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FP08 RDV

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

128,649 mi
Last recorded128,649 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 RDV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 128,649 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 122,364 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2023 115,170 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both slight cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 24 Oct 2023 115,167 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both slight cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 105,846 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 104,535 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 98,583 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2020 98,583 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 93,417 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

parkbrake has to be applied with large force to meet minimum efficiency criteria

some damage to o/s headlamp inner

tyre pressure warning T.P.S is on

Pass 23 Jul 2018 85,217 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 78,201 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 70,251 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 51,677 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2015 44,822 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 37,844 miles

Nearside Front 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 26 Apr 2013 31,070 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 23,722 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 16,683 miles

Nearside 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)

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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FP08 RDV is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FP08 RDV, 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 FP08 RDV registered?

FP08 RDV is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is FP08 RDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 RDV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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