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KP58 FWG

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

127,969 mi
Last recorded127,969 miles
Recorded on4 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP58 FWG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2026 127,969 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides N/S and O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Rear wiper blade missing

Fail 4 May 2026 127,969 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides N/S and O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Rear wiper blade missing

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 May 2025 118,493 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 113,819 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

front brake discs and pads 75% worn

Pass 14 Aug 2023 107,928 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 107,122 miles

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both front brake flexi hoses very minor cracking

Pass 27 Jan 2022 102,765 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 98,306 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 94,647 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 89,973 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 83,478 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 77,391 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 72,291 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 67,116 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 62,332 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 56,385 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 52,470 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 49,491 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)

Fail 20 Sep 2011 49,491 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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)

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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KP58 FWG is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KP58 FWG, 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 KP58 FWG registered?

KP58 FWG is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 20 October 2008.

Is KP58 FWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP58 FWG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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