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LJ58 LLG

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

55,804 mi
Last recorded55,804 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 LLG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 55,804 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2025 55,804 miles

Registration plate insecure screw on (0.1 (a))

Stop lamp(s) likely to become detached fix in place (4.3.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 54,539 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 52,954 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 51,533 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 50,505 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 48,700 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 45,890 miles

small chip in windscreen

Pass 24 Oct 2018 44,172 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre has a split in the tread(no cords seen)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2017 42,711 miles

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 2 Nov 2016 40,768 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 38,321 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 35,511 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 31 Oct 2013 29,975 miles

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 25,208 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 20,456 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LJ58 LLG is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LJ58 LLG, 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 LJ58 LLG registered?

LJ58 LLG is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 October 2008.

Is LJ58 LLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ58 LLG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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