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LV08 EGJ

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

129,560 mi
Last recorded129,560 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2020 129,560 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 121,902 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2019 121,900 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 116,616 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2018 116,614 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 111,418 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 97,000 miles

Front Inner Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing nearside and offside wishbone bushes slight play (2.5.B.1a)

Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view nearside and offside side mirrors (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Outer Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed drivers door (6.2.B.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 96,382 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 83,995 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 66,442 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 50,336 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 34,019 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 EGJ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LV08 EGJ, 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 EGJ registered?

LV08 EGJ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LV08 EGJ safe to buy?

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