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LG58 SLZ

2008 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

210,003 mi
Last recorded210,003 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 SLZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021 210,003 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 23 Mar 2021 209,962 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 7 Mar 2020 207,367 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged both parishd (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 188,092 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 188,080 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 168,524 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 148,144 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 127,651 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 127,651 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 105,528 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 91,153 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 71,975 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 51,992 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 31,894 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 31,889 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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LG58 SLZ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LG58 SLZ, 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 LG58 SLZ?

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What year was LG58 SLZ registered?

LG58 SLZ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is LG58 SLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG58 SLZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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