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ML08 JTU

2008 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

88,356 mi
Last recorded88,356 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 JTU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2024 88,356 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 87,767 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 82,649 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 76,212 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 69,909 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 65,739 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 58,064 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 52,793 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 44,937 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 37,886 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 37,875 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 33,083 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 May 2013 23,510 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 23,032 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 17,884 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 14,858 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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ML08 JTU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 ML08 JTU, 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 ML08 JTU registered?

ML08 JTU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is ML08 JTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML08 JTU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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