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LT08 OMR

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

89,485 mi
Last recorded89,485 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 OMR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 89,485 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 85,345 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2025 85,184 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 81,673 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

vehicle has surface rust under body

Pass 1 Dec 2022 77,285 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 74,157 miles

plastic covers

Pass 25 Nov 2020 69,108 miles

plastic covers

Fail 25 Nov 2020 69,108 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

plastic covers

Pass 6 Nov 2019 65,556 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 59,841 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 53,533 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 46,056 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 38,655 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 33,701 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Dec 2013 29,877 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 28,369 miles

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

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

Fail 18 May 2013 28,369 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 May 2012 22,402 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 14,497 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 14,405 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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LT08 OMR is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LT08 OMR, 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 LT08 OMR?

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What year was LT08 OMR registered?

LT08 OMR is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LT08 OMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT08 OMR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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