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LR58 MYS

2008 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

161,626 mi
Last recorded161,626 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR58 MYS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2022 161,626 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 155,666 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2019 155,565 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 139,410 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 139,286 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2018 139,159 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 131,372 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Fail 7 Jun 2017 131,342 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear mounting brocken (7.1.1)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both front (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam both front (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working both rear (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front the tyre tread depth not meet the legal requirement 1.6mm

Oil leak oil is leaking from engine bay ()

both rear tyres not meet the legal requirement of 1.6mm

washer fluid not in washer bottle

Pass 8 Oct 2016 124,181 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 110,134 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2014 107,442 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 107,442 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 102,098 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 84,271 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 65,270 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

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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LR58 MYS is a 2008 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LR58 MYS, 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 LR58 MYS registered?

LR58 MYS is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 18 September 2008.

Is LR58 MYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR58 MYS shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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