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LM58 LLO

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

151,143 mi
Last recorded151,143 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM58 LLO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2024 151,143 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side front (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2024 151,143 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side front (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 140,790 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 124,744 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 119,145 miles

nail in o/s/r tyre-both front shockers slightly damp-front brake pads wearing low

Pass 4 Dec 2019 115,975 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2019 115,975 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2018 112,758 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 112,757 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear reverse light inoperative

Offside Rear Nail in tyre two nails same tyre ()

Pass 6 Sep 2017 107,817 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 107,817 miles

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 102,101 miles

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

Rear exhaust mount deteriorated.

Pass 27 Aug 2015 94,539 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 87,100 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 74,716 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 74,716 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 60,616 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 46,143 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2011 46,143 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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LM58 LLO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 LM58 LLO, 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 LM58 LLO registered?

LM58 LLO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 6 November 2008.

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