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NM08 TLF

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

138,683 mi
Last recorded138,683 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM08 TLF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2024 138,683 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 118,945 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 113,375 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x 2 (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 108,549 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 106,160 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension rod ball joint has slight play inner joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

diesel print out not issued due to low emissions

Pass 21 Jan 2019 99,342 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

diesel print out not issued due to low emissions

Pass 30 Oct 2017 82,544 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 82,544 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 72,553 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 72,553 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 65,145 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Oct 2014 56,633 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2013 47,077 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 33,793 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 19,917 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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NM08 TLF is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 NM08 TLF, 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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NM08 TLF is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 14 July 2008.

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