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NJ08 MVY

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

114,421 mi
Last recorded114,421 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 MVY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 114,421 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 95,961 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2023 95,924 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 88,644 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 29 Nov 2021 88,541 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit limit 0.53 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 79,217 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 67,982 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 64,946 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 64,932 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 59,544 miles

both front tyres edges worn

Pass 3 Oct 2016 54,230 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 54,230 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 50,700 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2015 43,205 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2014 34,486 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight cracking in front tyres

Pass 11 Jun 2013 27,197 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

OSF tyre cracking between tread

OSR tyre cracking between tread

Pass 9 Jul 2012 20,555 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 19,203 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 9,939 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 MVY is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 NJ08 MVY, 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 NJ08 MVY registered?

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

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