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LX08 WHE

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,910 mi
Last recorded103,910 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 WHE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 103,910 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 103,910 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 98,867 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 93,050 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 12 Dec 2023 93,047 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2022 87,285 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2022 87,285 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 22 Nov 2021 73,267 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre is devoid of tread on innerdge

Pass 24 Nov 2020 69,115 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 63,214 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 59,596 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 54,150 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 50,346 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 45,388 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 39,525 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 May 2013 33,919 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 27,454 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 20,842 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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LX08 WHE is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 LX08 WHE, 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 LX08 WHE registered?

LX08 WHE is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is LX08 WHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 WHE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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