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MNZ 2822

2008 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

132,377 mi
Last recorded132,377 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNZ 2822
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 132,377 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 9 Oct 2025 132,377 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2024 130,106 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 120,461 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 109,549 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both hoses have very minor surface cracks in rubber (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 98,279 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 88,353 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 80,131 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 74,184 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 64,607 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 57,294 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 45,478 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 36,800 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Oct 2013 28,916 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 23,573 miles

front discs slight wear lip

Pass 17 Oct 2011 17,475 miles

Both front tyres cracking in tread root

Front offside tyre outer shoulder wear

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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MNZ 2822 is a 2008 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel 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 MNZ 2822, 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 MNZ 2822 registered?

MNZ 2822 is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is MNZ 2822 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MNZ 2822 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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