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LV08 EEX

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

84,264 mi
Last recorded84,264 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 EEX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 84,264 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 76,864 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 72,630 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 67,277 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 64,114 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 60,278 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 58,593 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 53,617 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 49,841 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 46,123 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2017 46,123 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 40,526 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 35,949 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 30,862 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 26,371 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 24,017 miles

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)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 22,714 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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LV08 EEX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LV08 EEX, 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 LV08 EEX registered?

LV08 EEX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is LV08 EEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 EEX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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