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KS08 ZUA

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

118,263 mi
Last recorded118,263 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 ZUA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2024 118,263 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 114,353 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 108,307 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 94,681 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2020 94,679 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2019 79,519 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 79,344 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2018 68,748 miles

Undertrays Fitted Obscuring The View To Some Off The Underbody Components.

Pass 4 Jan 2017 60,428 miles

advise both rear tyres getting close to wear bars in centres

Pass 4 Jan 2016 51,991 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 44,181 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 39,700 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 31,368 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2012 23,080 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 18,130 miles

both rear tyre wear low.

cut in nearside front tyre tread.

uneven front tyre wear.

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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KS08 ZUA is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red 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 KS08 ZUA, 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 KS08 ZUA registered?

KS08 ZUA is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is KS08 ZUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 ZUA 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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