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FY58 GWZ

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

55,219 mi
Last recorded55,219 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 GWZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 55,219 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged wing mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S pads at approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 31,774 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 19,101 miles

Nearside Rear brake slight noise,advise further investigation

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 18,798 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 18,400 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 17,957 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 17,045 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 15,586 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 14,118 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 12,970 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 11,577 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 11,577 miles

Headlamp aim too high both front head lamps (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 10,295 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 8,837 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 8,183 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 6,442 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 6,442 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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 GWZ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GWZ, 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 GWZ registered?

FY58 GWZ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 15 September 2008.

Is FY58 GWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY58 GWZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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