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LJ08 GVR

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

186,756 mi
Last recorded186,756 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 GVR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 186,756 miles

rear pads getting low

Pass 7 Feb 2022 179,935 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front inner headlight mounting bracket broken

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 164,950 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 159,506 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 147,136 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various small chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 130,820 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 113,529 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt inaccessible

Offside Rear Seat belt inaccessible

Pass 11 Feb 2016 103,028 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 103,028 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 86,444 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 65,009 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 50,646 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 41,568 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 30,906 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 30,817 miles

Nearside Rear 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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LJ08 GVR is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LJ08 GVR, 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

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What year was LJ08 GVR registered?

LJ08 GVR is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for LJ08 GVR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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