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LF08 UOR

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

109,674 mi
Last recorded109,674 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF08 UOR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 109,674 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 98,178 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 92,670 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 88,100 miles

both rear brake discs starting to rust/ wear on inner surfaces

nearside rear tyre tread starting to crack/ perish and worn to 2.5mm

offside front brake hose starting to perish

offside front suspension coil spring and both rear suspension coil springs starting to rust

small stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 23 Apr 2019 84,832 miles

both rear brake discs inner surfaces starting to rust/ wear

offside front and both rear suspension coil springs starting to rust

small stone chips in front windscreen

Fail 20 Mar 2019 84,620 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

both rear brake discs inner surfaces starting to rust/ wear

offside front suspension coil spring and both rear suspension coil springs starting to rust

small stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 29 Mar 2018 81,978 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 75,583 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 72,358 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2015 65,681 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2014 57,121 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 55,313 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 48,974 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2013 48,974 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2012 37,255 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 26,080 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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LF08 UOR is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LF08 UOR, 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 LF08 UOR registered?

LF08 UOR is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is LF08 UOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF08 UOR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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