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LM58 MVZ

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

176,858 mi
Last recorded176,858 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 176,858 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 176,857 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle both (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength push rod mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 163,757 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 157,885 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 8 Dec 2021 157,885 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Central Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 152,381 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 152,381 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 36 percent (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding not allowing full inspection of wheel bearing rotation (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2019 148,517 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 140,365 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2017 122,935 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 26 Nov 2016 106,209 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 93,349 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2014 81,510 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 68,365 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 56,785 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 41,039 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 18 Nov 2011 41,039 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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 MVZ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MVZ, 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 MVZ registered?

LM58 MVZ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 19 November 2008.

Is LM58 MVZ safe to buy?

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