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PF08 GZT

2008 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

118,364 mi
Last recorded118,364 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 GZT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 118,364 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 109,635 miles

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

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

Rear diff very noisey

Fail 29 Jul 2020 109,635 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Rear diff very noisey

Pass 14 Mar 2019 95,430 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 83,548 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 74,840 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing unevenly on outer edge

Fail 8 Sep 2016 74,840 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/50/17v run flat (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/r tyre worn to 2mm on edges [225/45/17w run flat]

o/s/r tyre wearing unevenly on outer edge

Pass 2 Sep 2015 67,186 miles

under trays fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2014 50,987 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 42,621 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 42,621 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 32,778 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 24,067 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 24,067 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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PF08 GZT is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PF08 GZT, 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 PF08 GZT registered?

PF08 GZT is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 15 May 2008.

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