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NC08 WXE

2008 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

126,707 mi
Last recorded126,707 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC08 WXE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2021 126,707 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 119,802 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 110,491 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 110,491 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 May 2017 106,957 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

engine covers fitted obscuring some testable components in the engine bay

under trays fitted obscuring some underside testable components

Pass 22 Apr 2016 99,764 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

small stone chips on front screen

Fail 14 Apr 2016 99,600 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

small stone chips on front screen

Pass 13 Apr 2015 96,812 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 85,094 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 66,243 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 51,343 miles

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

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)

undertray fitted

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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NC08 WXE is a 2008 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NC08 WXE, 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 NC08 WXE registered?

NC08 WXE is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is NC08 WXE safe to buy?

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