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KU08 JVA

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

103,905 mi
Last recorded103,905 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 JVA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 103,905 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 99,557 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 93,230 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated bothside front. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread dilaminating , should replace,. (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front brake pads wear sensor unplugged.

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

bothside rear tyres shoulders wearing thin.

Fail 20 Nov 2023 93,230 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure at joints clamp broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb could be wrongly fitted. (4.1.2 (c))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated bothside front. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread dilaminating , should replace,. (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front brake pads wear sensor unplugged.

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

bothside rear tyres shoulders wearing thin.

Pass 24 Nov 2022 88,003 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2022 88,003 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 81,203 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 73,314 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively bothside front lipped. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated bothside front. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin bothside rear worn thin. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer shoulder . (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder and screw in center tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust metal support braked broken, can be welded.

Pass 28 May 2019 63,049 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2018 55,160 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outside edge

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

Pass 31 May 2017 49,110 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2017 48,390 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 43,601 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 38,779 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 34,464 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 29,534 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 24,454 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 19,425 miles

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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KU08 JVA is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KU08 JVA, 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 KU08 JVA registered?

KU08 JVA is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is KU08 JVA safe to buy?

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