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HG08 EMK

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2016
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,071 mi
Last recorded62,071 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2015
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 EMK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2015 62,071 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 45,290 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge 2mm

Pass 24 Apr 2013 32,523 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 14,356 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 10,007 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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HG08 EMK is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HG08 EMK, 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

How do I check the history of HG08 EMK?

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What year was HG08 EMK registered?

HG08 EMK is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is HG08 EMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 EMK shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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