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NP51 MJP

2008 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

112,053 mi
Last recorded112,053 miles
Recorded on19 May 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNP51 MJP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 May 2020 112,053 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak shocker plunger has excessive movement in shocker housing (5.3.2 (b))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

fault in steering. pulls to the right

Pass 2 Apr 2019 100,121 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 85,894 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 79,239 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 72,700 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 65,024 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 56,352 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 48,340 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 40,309 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 32,164 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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NP51 MJP is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NP51 MJP, 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 NP51 MJP registered?

NP51 MJP is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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