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LY08 SMX

2008 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

123,966 mi
Last recorded123,966 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 SMX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 123,966 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated ALL (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fuel cap seal very deteriorated

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake has very little reserve travel

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 120,854 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 114,373 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 104,982 miles

under tray engine protector

Pass 20 Sep 2021 95,505 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 95,505 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2020 88,183 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 82,422 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 76,569 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 72,715 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 70,220 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 63,061 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 52,446 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 51,641 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 41,446 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 31,030 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 23,247 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 23,247 miles

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

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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LY08 SMX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LY08 SMX, 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 LY08 SMX registered?

LY08 SMX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is LY08 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY08 SMX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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