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OE08 XVG

2008 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

50,745 mi
Last recorded50,745 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 XVG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 50,745 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Dec 2024 49,432 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 49,392 miles

tyre pressure light on

Pass 8 Dec 2022 46,112 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 42,866 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 41,015 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 38,502 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 36,171 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 28,090 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 24,147 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2015 20,625 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 20,625 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 17,073 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

both rear tyres inner edges wearing unevenly

Pass 9 Aug 2014 17,073 miles

both rear tyres inner edges wearing unevenly

Pass 19 Jul 2013 13,267 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 9,236 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 9,236 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 5,034 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 5,034 miles

Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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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OE08 XVG is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol 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 OE08 XVG, 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

How do I check the history of OE08 XVG?

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What year was OE08 XVG registered?

OE08 XVG is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 9 July 2008.

Is OE08 XVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE08 XVG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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