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LC08 GGK

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

93,441 mi
Last recorded93,441 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 GGK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 93,441 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 89,006 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 82,334 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 77,830 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 73,054 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2022 73,054 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 66,821 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 66,070 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 63,940 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 61,317 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 58,678 miles

Engine covers

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 10 Mar 2016 55,269 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 50,917 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 46,195 miles

nearside front tyre worn on the outer edge

Pass 20 Feb 2013 42,856 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 38,639 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 33,797 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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LC08 GGK is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LC08 GGK, 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 LC08 GGK registered?

LC08 GGK is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is LC08 GGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 GGK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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