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HG08 VJZ

2008 BMW 120

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,435 mi
Last recorded94,435 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 VJZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 94,435 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

handbrake reserve travel just met

Pass 10 Nov 2022 92,332 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 87,964 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2020 83,675 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2020 83,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 79,336 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 73,349 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 68,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing badly on outside (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing badly on outside (4.1.E.1)

engine covers & under trays fitted covering some components from checking

Pass 23 Jun 2016 64,427 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 56,657 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2014 49,749 miles

front discs a little worn and lipped

n/s/r tyre 3mm

Pass 17 Jun 2013 45,281 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 45,281 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 31,286 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edges, both rears down a bit on tread 2 - 2.5mm

Pass 4 Jun 2011 18,554 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 VJZ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VJZ, 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 HG08 VJZ registered?

HG08 VJZ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is HG08 VJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 VJZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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