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FP08 ZWX

2008 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,590 mi
Last recorded62,590 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 ZWX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 62,590 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre also tread cut up

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 61,655 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 59,601 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 59,592 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting fractured corroded (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting fractured corroded (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

rear heatshield over backbox insecure

Pass 19 Jul 2022 57,542 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2022 57,542 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 57,518 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 56,799 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 55,539 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases On front flex joints (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 53,663 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 48,562 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 45,338 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 45,338 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen cracked along lower edge

Pass 27 Aug 2015 40,318 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 33,376 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 28,005 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2012 19,557 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2011 12,776 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 12,500 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 12,500 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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 ZWX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZWX, 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 ZWX registered?

FP08 ZWX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is FP08 ZWX safe to buy?

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