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KT57 PHK

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

98,873 mi
Last recorded98,873 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT57 PHK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2025 98,873 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2025 98,873 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2024 93,709 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 88,358 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 85,970 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 84,228 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 82,086 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 74,684 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 72,495 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 69,677 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 67,353 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 64,112 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 60,370 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 51,058 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 51,058 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 36,743 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 21,098 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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KT57 PHK is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KT57 PHK, 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 KT57 PHK registered?

KT57 PHK is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is KT57 PHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT57 PHK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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