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HK08 UGX

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

170,129 mi
Last recorded170,129 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 UGX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2022 170,129 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

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))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 162,030 miles

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

all rear suspension components corroded

both front flexi brake hoses perished

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

n/s headlamp condensated

n/s/r tyre tread getting low

rear propshaft joint starting tp split

Fail 22 Dec 2020 161,999 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Inner Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

all rear suspension components corroded

both front flexi brake hoses perished

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

n/s headlamp condensated

n/s/r tyre tread getting low

rear propshaft joint starting tp split

Pass 17 Dec 2019 155,262 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front hoses slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Tyres starting to wear on outer edges

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

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

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Dec 2018 143,432 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

under trays fitted

Fail 20 Dec 2018 143,422 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn lower rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2017 128,841 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 122,160 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2015 108,674 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 93,645 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 81,500 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 78,290 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 76,137 miles

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 30 Jun 2011 54,697 miles

N/S/R belt twisted

Fail 30 Jun 2011 54,697 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

N/S/R belt twisted

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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HK08 UGX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HK08 UGX, 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 HK08 UGX registered?

HK08 UGX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 9 July 2008.

Is HK08 UGX safe to buy?

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