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MH08 BZL

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

150,275 mi
Last recorded150,275 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH08 BZL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2020 150,275 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 131,027 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 116,222 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged bothsides (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 109,919 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 105,504 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a groove on inner wall

Pass 16 Jan 2016 104,043 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Fail 9 Jan 2016 103,946 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre pipe split (7.1.2)

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2015 94,689 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge 2055017 runflat

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 24 Jan 2015 94,689 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge 2055017 runflat

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 1 Feb 2014 83,763 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2013 69,218 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 43,777 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

dents to various panels

Pass 7 Mar 2011 36,028 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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MH08 BZL is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey 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 BZL, 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 BZL registered?

MH08 BZL is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 12 March 2008.

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The MOT history for MH08 BZL 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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