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LA08 LVO

2008 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

96,289 mi
Last recorded96,289 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 LVO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 96,289 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2023 96,285 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2018 95,165 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 87,369 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 78,554 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 69,440 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 57,925 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 43,295 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 43,295 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 37,101 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 36,987 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

n/s/f tyre cut & worn on edge advise replace

Pass 14 Jul 2011 27,221 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 13 Jul 2011 27,221 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear tyre size - 225/40 zr18 92w Fenix RS-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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LA08 LVO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 LA08 LVO, 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 LA08 LVO registered?

LA08 LVO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is LA08 LVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 LVO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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