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HF08 EGU

2008 BMW 120

Brown Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

52,190 mi
Last recorded52,190 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF08 EGU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2024 52,190 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 51,185 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 49,923 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 48,538 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 44,275 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 40,828 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 40,828 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2017 37,181 miles

both rear tyres,treads wearing low

Pass 17 May 2016 33,279 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 29,094 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 25,877 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 21,421 miles

n/s/r tyre tread wearing low

Pass 13 Jun 2012 16,175 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 10,298 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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HF08 EGU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Brown with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HF08 EGU, 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 HF08 EGU registered?

HF08 EGU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is HF08 EGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF08 EGU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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