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LS08 DSX

2008 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

104,975 mi
Last recorded104,975 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 DSX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2023 104,975 miles

Offside Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear crack in back light lens

Pass 12 Feb 2021 100,575 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 93,619 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 87,008 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2018 75,470 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 75,470 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 61,873 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 60,815 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 57,022 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 47,487 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/f tyre deep cut outer sidewall

slight imbalance front brakes

Pass 14 Nov 2012 38,601 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 36,148 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 4 Mar 2011 31,397 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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LS08 DSX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LS08 DSX, 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 LS08 DSX registered?

LS08 DSX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is LS08 DSX safe to buy?

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