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LG58 VLK

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

146,576 mi
Last recorded146,576 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 VLK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 146,576 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 134,659 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

undetrays fitted

Fail 14 Nov 2023 134,639 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking fuel imjectors (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake insecure carrier bolt loose (1.1.21 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

undetrays fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2022 128,436 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Fail 3 Nov 2022 128,436 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 118,097 miles

front exhaust

Pass 28 Oct 2020 108,516 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))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 99,601 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 92,704 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 88,715 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 86,297 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 80,837 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 74,569 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 69,868 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 65,704 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Low Emissions Emitter

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres wearing on outside edge

Pass 2 Nov 2012 65,628 miles

both front tyres wearing edges

Pass 28 Oct 2011 49,823 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 VLK is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LG58 VLK, 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 LG58 VLK registered?

LG58 VLK is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is LG58 VLK safe to buy?

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