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NH57 DWD

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,368 mi
Last recorded143,368 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH57 DWD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2016 143,368 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 18 Jan 2016 143,362 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' sunstrip (8.3.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 126,632 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 111,161 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jan 2013 95,207 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jan 2012 78,724 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 78,724 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 62,910 miles

front discs badly worn / corroded

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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NH57 DWD is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NH57 DWD, 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.

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What year was NH57 DWD registered?

NH57 DWD is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is NH57 DWD safe to buy?

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