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MV08 DBX

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

101,664 mi
Last recorded101,664 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 DBX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 101,664 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 95,581 miles

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

Nearside Front fog light not working

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 83,997 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 69,726 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 69,726 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 59,184 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 53,905 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 50,275 miles

Sill,Engine & Underbody covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 Nov 2018 46,175 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2018 46,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Almost to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 42,127 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 59,201 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 51,078 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 26,467 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 23,150 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 19,057 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 17,174 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 11,921 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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MV08 DBX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MV08 DBX, 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 MV08 DBX registered?

MV08 DBX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is MV08 DBX safe to buy?

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