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LJ08 VWF

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,915 mi
Last recorded104,915 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 VWF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2017 104,915 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 104,915 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 11 Dec 2017 104,210 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 82,938 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2016 82,938 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 69,935 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 64,328 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 57,771 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 52,301 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 52,096 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 44,845 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2011 34,493 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 VWF is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LJ08 VWF, 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 VWF registered?

LJ08 VWF is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is LJ08 VWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 VWF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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