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LJ08 TYD

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

147,026 mi
Last recorded147,026 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 TYD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2020 147,026 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2020 147,026 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 135,270 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2018 124,740 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 109,092 miles

front tyres starting to wear outer edges

Pass 8 Feb 2016 94,252 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 81,350 miles

end of high level stop light cracked

engine management light on

exhaust front clamp cracked

front tyres starting to wear outer edges

oil on min

Pass 14 Feb 2014 69,086 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 49,101 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 28,743 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 12,837 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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LJ08 TYD is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 TYD, 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 LJ08 TYD registered?

LJ08 TYD is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is LJ08 TYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 TYD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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