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MF08 ZSV

2008 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

25,693 mi
Last recorded25,693 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 ZSV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 25,693 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 24,833 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 24,209 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 24,209 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 23,528 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 22,677 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 21,924 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 21,088 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 19,786 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2018 18,647 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 17,554 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 16,140 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 14,879 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 13,752 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 12,444 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 10,987 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 8,858 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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MF08 ZSV is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MF08 ZSV, 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 MF08 ZSV registered?

MF08 ZSV is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is MF08 ZSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 ZSV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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