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LB08 UEU

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

141,410 mi
Last recorded141,410 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 UEU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2021 141,410 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 124,778 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 112,016 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2019 112,016 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 99,922 miles

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

front brake hoses beginning to deteriorate

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 10 Jun 2017 93,070 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

front brake hoses beginning to deteriorate both sides

Pass 25 Jun 2016 89,733 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 85,718 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2014 73,712 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 30 May 2013 57,517 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jun 2012 41,212 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 28,367 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 UEU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LB08 UEU, 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 UEU registered?

LB08 UEU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is LB08 UEU safe to buy?

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