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LM58 PXL

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

73,763 mi
Last recorded73,763 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 73,763 miles

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

Offside Rear shocker cover adrift

Fail 28 Oct 2025 73,763 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear shocker cover adrift

Pass 19 Nov 2024 63,068 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2024 63,054 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 62,179 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 61,187 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 60,422 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 60,422 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 60,247 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 60,247 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 59,772 miles

Front both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 12 Nov 2018 58,510 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 56,902 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Front front exhaust clamp cracked. still secure

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2016 53,679 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 47,810 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 41,931 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 35,872 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 30,585 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 21,023 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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LM58 PXL 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 78.9%.

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 LM58 PXL, 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

How do I check the history of LM58 PXL?

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What year was LM58 PXL registered?

LM58 PXL is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 14 November 2008.

Is LM58 PXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM58 PXL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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