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LR08 VSJ

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

87,311 mi
Last recorded87,311 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 VSJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2021 87,311 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 82,203 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 72,013 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 64,922 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 54,184 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 43,403 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 38,374 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 34,046 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 31,342 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 31,342 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 20,254 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 15,351 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 15,267 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of 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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LR08 VSJ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LR08 VSJ, 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 LR08 VSJ?

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What year was LR08 VSJ registered?

LR08 VSJ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is LR08 VSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 VSJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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