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FV08 JKJ

2008 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

81,631 mi
Last recorded81,631 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 JKJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2024 81,631 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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

Fail 9 Mar 2024 81,631 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 74,323 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 67,466 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 65,539 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 62,459 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 59,329 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 7 Oct 2015 59,329 miles

Offside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 8 Oct 2014 56,869 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 49,276 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 42,917 miles

front brake discs worn

rear tyres worn to legal limit

Pass 14 Jul 2011 36,423 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 33,263 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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FV08 JKJ is a 2008 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FV08 JKJ, 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 FV08 JKJ registered?

FV08 JKJ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is FV08 JKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 JKJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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