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KR58 SJU

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,356 mi
Last recorded118,356 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR58 SJU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 118,356 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 110,902 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 97,052 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 97,050 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 94,830 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres , severely worn to outer edge but no inner cord exposed.. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2022 94,825 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres , severely worn to outer edge but no inner cord exposed.. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 88,231 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 83,486 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2020 83,486 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft securing bolt loose multiple (6.1.7 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2019 79,020 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Sep 2018 71,876 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 62,550 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2017 62,550 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 54,496 miles

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

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

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

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

tray's fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2015 46,032 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 42,004 miles

machine fails to register emissions

Fail 16 Dec 2014 41,971 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

both front tyres worn on outer edge's

machine fails to register emissions

Pass 6 Dec 2013 32,791 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 25,298 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 15,288 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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KR58 SJU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KR58 SJU, 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 KR58 SJU registered?

KR58 SJU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 19 December 2008.

Is KR58 SJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR58 SJU shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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