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LV08 VVL

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,677 mi
Last recorded126,677 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2019 126,677 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear subframe has some corrosion

Undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2018 115,152 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 104,776 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 99,701 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 86,155 miles

both front tyres worn low outer edges.

deterioration front exhaust joint clamp.

Pass 11 Apr 2014 69,945 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres worn low centre sections.

damage wheel rims.

inner rear brake pads worn close to the limit.

small stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 17 Apr 2013 49,607 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 28,246 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2011 13,983 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 VVL is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VVL, 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.

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What year was LV08 VVL registered?

LV08 VVL is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is LV08 VVL safe to buy?

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