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LB08 GFY

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,142 mi
Last recorded124,142 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 124,142 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

nearside rear wheel slight damaged

Fail 6 Feb 2019

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

nearside rear wheel slight damaged

Pass 1 Feb 2018 120,729 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2017 120,728 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2017 115,009 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 102,025 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 84,205 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 84,204 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 68,128 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 50,278 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 46,774 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 31,504 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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LB08 GFY is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LB08 GFY, 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 LB08 GFY registered?

LB08 GFY is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is LB08 GFY safe to buy?

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