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LJ08 XNU

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

130,512 mi
Last recorded130,512 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 130,512 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Attention required Inner/outer edge worn excessively (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Attention required (worn inner/outer edge excessively ) 205-50-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot deteriorated

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 115,941 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 103,559 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Oct 2023 103,559 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 99,925 miles

Rear Suspension components corroded

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 93,541 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2021 93,541 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 92,034 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 90,600 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2019 90,600 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2018 88,168 miles

Engine covers/undertrays

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 1 Oct 2018 88,168 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak evidence it leaked a while back (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak evidence it leaked a while back (5.3.2 (b))

Engine covers/undertrays

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 85,176 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 81,112 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 81,026 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

both rear tyres low on tread and wearing uneven

Pass 1 Oct 2015 76,386 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 63,600 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2014 51,995 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 39,630 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 39,630 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 19,024 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 XNU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XNU, 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 XNU registered?

LJ08 XNU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is LJ08 XNU safe to buy?

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