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G4 THO

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,283 mi
Last recorded38,283 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG4 THO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 38,283 miles

Front Road wheel spigot mounting slightly worn both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 36,217 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 35,210 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 33,983 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 31,970 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 30,979 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 30,979 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 29,591 miles

both rear tyres worn low

Fail 22 Oct 2019 29,591 miles

Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

both rear tyres worn low

Pass 6 Nov 2018 27,119 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 26,016 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 26,016 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 25,066 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 23,860 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 22,528 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 21,350 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 19,787 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 11 Oct 2011 17,733 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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G4 THO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G4 THO, 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 G4 THO registered?

G4 THO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 20 October 2008.

Is G4 THO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G4 THO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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