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LW08 MYJ

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,057 mi
Last recorded72,057 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW08 MYJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 72,057 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2016 72,057 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 54,202 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 42,378 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 33,607 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 30,240 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)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 23,551 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 18,290 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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LW08 MYJ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LW08 MYJ, 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 LW08 MYJ?

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What year was LW08 MYJ registered?

LW08 MYJ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is LW08 MYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW08 MYJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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