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LG08 XNW

2008 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

69,994 mi
Last recorded69,994 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 XNW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2019 69,994 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2018 64,544 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 59,659 miles

undertrays fitted to front and sides

Pass 24 Mar 2016 54,715 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2015 49,719 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2014 42,804 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 34,881 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 34,868 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 28,442 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside and offside front tyres cracking in treads and wearing on inner edges.

Fail 9 Mar 2012 28,437 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside and offside front tyres cracking in treads and wearing on inner edges.

Pass 29 Mar 2011 25,665 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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LG08 XNW is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LG08 XNW, 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 LG08 XNW registered?

LG08 XNW is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LG08 XNW safe to buy?

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