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OE57 MKD

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,415 mi
Last recorded121,415 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 MKD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 121,415 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Fail 13 Jan 2019 121,414 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2018 108,143 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 101,872 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Feb 2017 101,826 miles

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven Parking brake (3.7.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded From hose to hose over axle (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 92,308 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

emissions too low to detect

Pass 2 Mar 2015 81,951 miles

emissions too low to detect

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2014 68,182 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions too low to detect

tyres worn on edges

Pass 8 Mar 2013 55,615 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 55,418 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 50,951 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 45,425 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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OE57 MKD is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OE57 MKD, 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 OE57 MKD registered?

OE57 MKD is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 13 January 2008.

Is OE57 MKD safe to buy?

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