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FV58 FYX

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

124,816 mi
Last recorded124,816 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV58 FYX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 124,816 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

hand brake efficiency only just met requirements.

offside hand brake efficiency getting low

Fail 10 Jun 2024 124,808 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

hand brake efficiency only just met requirements.

offside hand brake efficiency getting low

Pass 22 Jun 2023 123,741 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 120,295 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

both side mirror glasses deteriorated

Pass 24 Sep 2021 112,454 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 104,092 miles

Both door mirrors deterioted

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2020 104,092 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Both door mirrors deterioted

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 97,692 miles

Nearside Door mirror glass discoloured but not affecting view to rear at the time of test

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

Offside Door mirror glass discoloured but not affecting view to rear at the time of test

Pass 19 Sep 2018 90,204 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2017 85,389 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre at 2mm worn uneven 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre at 2mm and worn uneven 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted

Fail 26 Sep 2017 85,389 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre at 2mm worn uneven 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre at 2mm and worn uneven 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2016 80,893 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 74,215 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

smoke test too clean to read.

Pass 28 Aug 2014 68,090 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 60,245 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 48,761 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 36,933 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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FV58 FYX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FV58 FYX, 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 FV58 FYX registered?

FV58 FYX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 27 December 2008.

Is FV58 FYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV58 FYX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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