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LD08 GFX

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

146,377 mi
Last recorded146,377 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 GFX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2021 146,377 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

rear suspension rubbers perishing

slight engine noise

surface corrosion surface corrosion front,rear shockers,springs,rear subframe

Pass 22 Jul 2020 138,427 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

TPMS light on

o/s n/s rear suspension bushes perishing

surface corrosion rear subframe

Pass 10 May 2019 131,149 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

surface corrosion rear subframe, suspension,rear shockers

Pass 3 May 2018 124,602 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)

o/s window n/w

surface corrosion rear subframe

Pass 12 May 2017 116,559 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 116,559 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 May 2016 106,634 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 97,554 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 84,629 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 69,182 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 45,379 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 36,778 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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LD08 GFX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LD08 GFX, 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 LD08 GFX registered?

LD08 GFX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is LD08 GFX safe to buy?

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