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FY08 DDX

2008 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

136,025 mi
Last recorded136,025 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 DDX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 136,025 miles

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

under trays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 15 Apr 2024 131,593 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened covered in under seal (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil all 4 (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 126,949 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 120,439 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 115,132 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 110,620 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 107,862 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 98,692 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 89,799 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 94,092 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 79,773 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 74,292 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 65,957 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 58,538 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 56,096 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 48,548 miles

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

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

front discs lipped

Pass 12 Jul 2010 38,077 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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FY08 DDX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FY08 DDX, 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 FY08 DDX registered?

FY08 DDX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is FY08 DDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 DDX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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