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LL08 UNB

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

176,418 mi
Last recorded176,418 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL08 UNB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Jun 2019 176,418 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit limit 0.53 Actual 0.66 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 166,029 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Jul 2017 158,253 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 158,253 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 140,797 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 130,610 miles

front and rear tyres worn on shoulders

underbody trays fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2014 124,875 miles

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

front tyres starting to wear on outer edges

rear tyres just on limit

Fail 28 Nov 2014 124,873 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front tyre worn

rear brake pads worn low

rear tyres worn to limit

trims fitted to outersills and undersides

Pass 2 Dec 2013 108,665 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 83,996 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 62,371 miles

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

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

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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LL08 UNB 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 72.7%.

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 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 LL08 UNB, 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 LL08 UNB registered?

LL08 UNB is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is LL08 UNB safe to buy?

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