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LB08 ZFU

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,581 mi
Last recorded101,581 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2018 101,581 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 92,308 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 83,661 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seatbelt not inspected due to presence of child restraint.

Pass 11 Feb 2015 75,097 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 65,771 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jun 2013 60,903 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 54,037 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 54,037 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 42,746 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 42,746 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 ZFU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZFU, 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 ZFU registered?

LB08 ZFU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is LB08 ZFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB08 ZFU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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