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LB08 BZO

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

206,593 mi
Last recorded206,593 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 BZO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 206,593 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2024 201,128 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Fail 12 Oct 2024 201,128 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 196,196 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2022 190,562 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

nearside front wiper blade slight worn

Pass 28 Oct 2021 182,206 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2020 162,690 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 162,690 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Oct 2019 151,314 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 142,177 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 132,591 miles

front exhaust clamp broken

undershields fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2016 113,263 miles

Front exhaust clamp deteriorated

engine cover fitted

undershields fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2015 102,236 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 4 Sep 2014 92,405 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2014 92,405 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2013 81,377 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2012 72,715 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Jul 2012 72,715 miles

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2011 63,369 miles

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

rear disks pitted

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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LB08 BZO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LB08 BZO, 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 LB08 BZO registered?

LB08 BZO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 21 June 2008.

Is LB08 BZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB08 BZO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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