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GB58 MJE

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

90,833 mi
Last recorded90,833 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGB58 MJE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2022 90,833 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 74,536 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2020 74,527 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 65,610 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 61,140 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing uneven

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre wearing uneven and cut inner side wall

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 56,778 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 56,778 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 51,975 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 38,330 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 36,496 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 33,566 miles

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

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2012 31,406 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 25,926 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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GB58 MJE is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GB58 MJE, 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.

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What year was GB58 MJE registered?

GB58 MJE is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 27 September 2008.

Is GB58 MJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GB58 MJE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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