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HF08 ESV

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

153,166 mi
Last recorded153,166 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF08 ESV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 153,166 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2024 147,289 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 140,890 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 133,105 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 126,534 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 117,775 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 117,764 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front exhaust clamp broken and exhaust loose

Pass 22 Nov 2019 109,061 miles

both front brake flexi hoses slightly perished

front exhaust clamp deteriorated

front wiper blades juddering in operation but still clear screen at time of test

Pass 21 Nov 2018 96,960 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front inner brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front brake pad worn close to wear sensor

Pass 13 Nov 2017 84,421 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 73,692 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 63,806 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 54,242 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 44,441 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 34,563 miles

Front tyres worn smooth on outer edges

Pass 8 Dec 2011 24,244 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 18,135 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 ESV is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 ESV, 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 ESV registered?

HF08 ESV is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is HF08 ESV safe to buy?

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