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NJ08 MVX

2008 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

159,254 mi
Last recorded159,254 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 MVX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2024 159,254 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 141,921 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 136,822 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 135,303 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 133,572 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 129,214 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 125,101 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2017 119,541 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 113,833 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 107,922 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 100,982 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 100,982 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 Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 95,399 miles

emissions to low to get a reading from dga smoke meter

Fail 16 Mar 2012 85,023 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

wiper blades slightly worn

Pass 16 Mar 2012 85,023 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

wiper blades slightly worn

Pass 18 Mar 2011 76,544 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 MVX is a 2008 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MVX, 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 MVX registered?

NJ08 MVX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is NJ08 MVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ08 MVX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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