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MV08 OWD

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

150,096 mi
Last recorded150,096 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 OWD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 150,096 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 148,701 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2018 147,699 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 137,825 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 129,523 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 100,008 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 118,180 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 113,826 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

O/S/R tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 1 Feb 2012 106,985 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Feb 2012 106,985 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2011 82,886 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 OWD is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OWD, 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 OWD registered?

MV08 OWD is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is MV08 OWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV08 OWD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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