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LA08 VDL

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

185,923 mi
Last recorded185,923 miles
Recorded on11 May 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 VDL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2022 185,923 miles

Boot lid, stop lamp loose

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 May 2022 185,923 miles

Boot lid, stop lamp loose

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 169,535 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 166,327 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 158,983 miles

Offside Front drop link has slight play

Pass 1 Nov 2017 151,142 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 139,494 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 132,280 miles

DSM will not pick up rpm or emission results.

Fail 9 Jan 2015 124,705 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 124,705 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 114,253 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2012 102,365 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2011 87,497 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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LA08 VDL is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LA08 VDL, 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.

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What year was LA08 VDL registered?

LA08 VDL is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 17 August 2008.

Is LA08 VDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 VDL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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