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KA57 FVJ

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,645 mi
Last recorded88,645 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA57 FVJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 88,645 miles

rattling noise between gearbox & bottom block engine

Fail 29 Mar 2017 88,645 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rattling noise between gearbox & bottom block engine

Pass 5 Feb 2016 69,756 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 62,823 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 24 Jan 2014 55,697 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 55,697 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 48,935 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 40,720 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 33,515 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

both rear tyres on legal limit

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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KA57 FVJ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KA57 FVJ, 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 KA57 FVJ registered?

KA57 FVJ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 8 January 2008.

Is KA57 FVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KA57 FVJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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