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MH08 AVT

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

129,425 mi
Last recorded129,425 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH08 AVT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2021 129,425 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2021 129,425 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 123,860 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 113,849 miles

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

engine oil leak

engine over / engine under / vehicle under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 15 May 2018 109,068 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 99,325 miles

oil leak

Pass 5 Apr 2016 81,046 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 71,743 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2014 55,846 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 50,346 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jul 2012 44,459 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 39,579 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

wipers smearing

Fail 20 Jul 2011 39,579 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

wipers smearing

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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MH08 AVT is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MH08 AVT, 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 MH08 AVT registered?

MH08 AVT is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is MH08 AVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH08 AVT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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