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LC08 GMF

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

204,815 mi
Last recorded204,815 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 GMF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 204,815 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear brake pad warning wire removed and cable tied out of the way

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 205/50r17 rft (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 204,802 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear brake pad warning wire removed and cable tied out of the way

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 205/50r17 rft (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 198,919 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Upper Lower engine/sill/floor covers

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 188,673 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 179,145 miles

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

engine compartment covers fitted

full floorpan/outer sill covers fitted

upper/lower engine covers fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2020 165,109 miles

full floorpan/outer sill covers fitted

upper/lower engine covers fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2019 153,023 miles

outer sill/full floorpan covers fitted

upper,lower engine covers fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2018 138,510 miles

outer sills/full floorpan covers fitted

upper/lower engine covers fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2017 123,086 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

lower engine,floorpan and outer sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2016 116,241 miles

lower engine,floorpans and outer sill covers fitted

some brake pipes hidden in part

Pass 18 Nov 2015 101,142 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 94,592 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 92,863 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2013 92,863 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2013 91,472 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 76,464 miles

front wipers worn

Fail 15 Jun 2011 61,681 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 61,681 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 GMF is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GMF, 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 LC08 GMF registered?

LC08 GMF is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 June 2008.

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