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LB57 HMU

2008 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

40,122 mi
Last recorded40,122 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 HMU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 40,122 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 18 Dec 2024 37,593 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 33,038 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 30,575 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 29,702 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 28,840 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2019 27,855 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 26,425 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2019 26,425 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 24,503 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 22,358 miles

Under-trays fitted.

Pass 22 Dec 2015 20,720 miles

underyrays fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2014 18,949 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

engine under tray badly damaged

Fail 9 Dec 2014 18,949 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

engine under tray badly damaged

Pass 11 Dec 2013 14,784 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Dec 2012 11,602 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 9,175 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 6,418 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 6,418 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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LB57 HMU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LB57 HMU, 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 LB57 HMU registered?

LB57 HMU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is LB57 HMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB57 HMU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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