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LO08 OUS

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

55,140 mi
Last recorded55,140 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 OUS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 55,140 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 51,317 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 50,152 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 48,793 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 48,793 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 45,536 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 44,337 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 44,337 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 42,949 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 42,476 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 41,031 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2017 37,867 miles

Near side rear and off side rear tyre close to legal limit

Pass 14 Jul 2016 37,601 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 34,931 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 30,827 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 25,954 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 20,321 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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LO08 OUS 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 88.2%.

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 LO08 OUS, 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 LO08 OUS registered?

LO08 OUS is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is LO08 OUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO08 OUS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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