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LM57 LHZ

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,335 mi
Last recorded113,335 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 LHZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2022 113,335 miles

both rear tyres wearing low on inner edge

o/s/f shocker damp- change soon

Pass 7 Dec 2020 107,804 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 7 Dec 2020 107,771 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 10 Dec 2019 99,336 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Slight play in nearside rear upper suspension arm.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 14 Dec 2018 94,069 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 9 Dec 2017 87,712 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 15 Dec 2016 81,269 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 14 Dec 2016 81,269 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing x2 (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside front tyre worn on edges.

Offside rear tyre wearing on inner edges.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 2 Dec 2015 78,266 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 78,266 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2015 65,746 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 59,868 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 52,596 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 46,538 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 46,105 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 LHZ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LHZ, 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 LM57 LHZ registered?

LM57 LHZ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 20 February 2008.

Is LM57 LHZ safe to buy?

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