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LE57 FYB

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,318 mi
Last recorded58,318 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE57 FYB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2015 58,318 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 2 Jul 2014 45,170 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 45,170 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 34,597 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 33,629 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 25,158 miles

(STRONG ADVISORY) BOTH REAR TYRES BALD INNER EDGE NEARLY SHOWING CORDS

Pass 21 Jan 2011 16,941 miles

both front tyres wearing on both edges

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

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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LE57 FYB is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LE57 FYB, 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

How do I check the history of LE57 FYB?

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What year was LE57 FYB registered?

LE57 FYB is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is LE57 FYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE57 FYB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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