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P11 TPM

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

133,663 mi
Last recorded133,663 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP11 TPM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 133,663 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 120,127 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 115,689 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 112,313 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 106,922 miles

undertray and engine covers are fitted to the vehicle preventing the inspection of some components

vehicles emissions too clean

Fail 16 Oct 2021 106,922 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

undertray and engine covers are fitted to the vehicle preventing the inspection of some components

vehicles emissions too clean

Pass 10 Nov 2020 103,069 miles

undertray and engine covers are fitted to vehicle

vehicles emissions too clean

Pass 19 Oct 2019 97,806 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 93,772 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 89,988 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (3.5.1i)

Front wiper blade smearing

Pass 29 Oct 2016 85,558 miles

under tray +engine cover fitted obscure some components

Pass 11 Nov 2015 82,192 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2014 66,613 miles

brake fluid warning light on

Pass 2 May 2013 52,192 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 37,816 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 32,026 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 28,877 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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P11 TPM is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P11 TPM, 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 P11 TPM registered?

P11 TPM is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 3 May 2008.

Is P11 TPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P11 TPM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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