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GR57 EUJ

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

193,114 mi
Last recorded193,114 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR57 EUJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 193,114 miles

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

Under vehicle and components general surface corrosion

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 185,641 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 179,135 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 170,000 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 161,815 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 153,414 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 141,238 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 130,106 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 121,039 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 121,039 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 112,574 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment slightly damaged (2.4.G.1)

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 29 Apr 2015 102,570 miles

Handbrake has little reserve travel

Nearside front tyre has a nail

Rear exhaust mount broken

nearside and offside rear, upper suspension arms, inner bushes have play

Fail 25 Apr 2015 102,424 miles

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

Handbrake has little reserve travel

Nearside front tyre has a nail

Rear exhaust mount broken

nearside and offside rear, upper suspension arms, inner bushes have play

Pass 26 Apr 2014 91,925 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 91,923 miles

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

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

nearside front tyre under-inflated

Pass 13 Apr 2013 80,541 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 69,730 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 66,609 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 51,933 miles

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

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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GR57 EUJ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GR57 EUJ, 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 GR57 EUJ registered?

GR57 EUJ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is GR57 EUJ safe to buy?

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