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GF58 BVD

2008 BMW 120

Green Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

83,600 mi
Last recorded83,600 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF58 BVD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 83,600 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 82,225 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 80,532 miles

engine cover/undertray fitted

exhaust system corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2022 77,780 miles

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

engine cover/undertray fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2021 75,540 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge and wall damaged (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and tyre perished (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover/undertray fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2020 71,057 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 68,840 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 66,300 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 62,188 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 62,188 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2016 59,750 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Feb 2016 58,858 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 55,514 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2015 55,514 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 52,427 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 49,493 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 46,492 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Feb 2012 46,443 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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GF58 BVD is a 2008 BMW 120 in Green with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF58 BVD, 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 GF58 BVD registered?

GF58 BVD is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 11 December 2008.

Is GF58 BVD safe to buy?

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