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FP58 ESU

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

126,004 mi
Last recorded126,004 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP58 ESU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2021 126,004 miles

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

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

Nearside parking brake low effort

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

Fail 15 Jul 2021 126,001 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside parking brake low effort

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

Pass 17 Jun 2020 124,027 miles

Advise both front tyres cracking on inner sidewalls.

Pass 8 Jun 2019 120,722 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 114,657 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 108,730 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 98,227 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 89,134 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Jun 2014 76,836 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 63,075 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 51,438 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 47,164 miles

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

Offside Front 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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FP58 ESU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FP58 ESU, 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 FP58 ESU registered?

FP58 ESU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 17 December 2008.

Is FP58 ESU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP58 ESU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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