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LM57 LGO

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,523 mi
Last recorded32,523 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 LGO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 32,523 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 23,077 miles
Fail 21 May 2025 23,073 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Nov 2024 21,215 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 17,529 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 15,992 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 15,579 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 14,676 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 14,042 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2019 14,042 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 13,115 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2018 13,115 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 12,120 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 11,140 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 9,849 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 8,714 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 8,714 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 7,725 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 6,008 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 6,008 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 4,757 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 3,684 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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LM57 LGO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LM57 LGO, 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 LM57 LGO registered?

LM57 LGO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is LM57 LGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM57 LGO shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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