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FY58 CZT

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

189,708 mi
Last recorded189,708 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 CZT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 189,708 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 185,597 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 177,283 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 176,458 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 169,703 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 161,854 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

baby seat fitted unable to fully inspect adult seat belt

engine cover fitted obscuring components

under tray fitted obscuring components

Pass 30 Oct 2013 146,745 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 137,621 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 113,598 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2011 113,592 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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FY58 CZT is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FY58 CZT, 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 FY58 CZT registered?

FY58 CZT is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is FY58 CZT safe to buy?

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