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KU08 JVK

2008 BMW 120

Brown Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

111,125 mi
Last recorded111,125 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 JVK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 111,125 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 106,808 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 101,593 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 96,733 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low/worn heavier on the shoulder(s) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 88,984 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2020 82,611 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

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 Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 78,738 miles

Offside water in headlamp , not affecting operation

Pass 10 Dec 2018 70,446 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 61,517 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 15 Dec 2017 61,517 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 54,202 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 49,191 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 46,533 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside front tyre bald on outer edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre tread low on outer edge

Pass 27 Dec 2013 41,046 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2013 37,299 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 32,967 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 32,966 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 32,608 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 25,149 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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KU08 JVK is a 2008 BMW 120 in Brown with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 KU08 JVK, 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 JVK registered?

KU08 JVK is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KU08 JVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 JVK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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