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NJ08 LYD

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

156,166 mi
Last recorded156,166 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 LYD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2018 156,166 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 132,331 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 106,755 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 92,443 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 76,623 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jul 2013 73,258 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 70,243 miles

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)

boot full can not check spare wheel area

both front tyres have cuts on them but not showing core

zero emmision

Pass 14 Apr 2012 54,477 miles

boot full can not check spare wheel carrier

zero exhaust emmision

Pass 15 Apr 2011 40,883 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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NJ08 LYD is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NJ08 LYD, 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 NJ08 LYD registered?

NJ08 LYD is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is NJ08 LYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ08 LYD shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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