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LE08 JHO

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

79,296 mi
Last recorded79,296 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE08 JHO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 79,296 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 76,994 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 74,040 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 71,777 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 69,036 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 67,623 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 67,623 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety major engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Mar 2020 66,934 miles

Rear both tyres smooth on inner edge

Pass 14 Mar 2019 63,527 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 59,767 miles

Front tyres both slight cracks on outer wall

Front tyres both slightly smooth on outer edge

Pass 22 Mar 2017 56,853 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 53,233 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 49,986 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 46,248 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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LE08 JHO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LE08 JHO, 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 LE08 JHO registered?

LE08 JHO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 20 August 2008.

Is LE08 JHO safe to buy?

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