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LB08 XMY

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

167,303 mi
Last recorded167,303 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 XMY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 167,303 miles

Nearside Front 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 9 May 2026 167,202 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front 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 7 Jun 2025 151,606 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 141,034 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2023 129,028 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 115,254 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 97,026 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Jun 2020 88,693 miles

Both rear tyres on 3mm.

Centre exhaust clamp cracking.

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 9 Jul 2019 80,989 miles

Offside rear tyre sidewall perished.

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 8 Jul 2019 80,989 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside rear tyre sidewall perished.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 10 Jul 2018 73,732 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 63,756 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 11 Jul 2016 51,925 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 11 Jul 2015 38,590 miles

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 18 Jul 2014 37,390 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 32,190 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 29,846 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 23,532 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 XMY is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XMY, 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 XMY registered?

LB08 XMY is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 13 July 2008.

Is LB08 XMY safe to buy?

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