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LC08 SLV

2008 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,315 mi
Last recorded83,315 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 SLV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 3 May 2019 83,315 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 74,185 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 59,223 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 45,259 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 36,951 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 30,286 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 23,326 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 18,671 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 SLV is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SLV, 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 SLV registered?

LC08 SLV is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is LC08 SLV safe to buy?

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