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LB57 PFZ

2008 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,739 mi
Last recorded114,739 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 PFZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 114,739 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 107,940 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 97,234 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 85,415 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 May 2014 73,240 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 73,231 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

n/s/f tyre inner sidewall damaged

Pass 2 Apr 2013 66,718 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 5,652 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 43,210 miles

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

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

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 PFZ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 LB57 PFZ, 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 LB57 PFZ registered?

LB57 PFZ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 13 January 2008.

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