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PK08 CTV

2008 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

145,668 mi
Last recorded145,668 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK08 CTV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 145,668 miles

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

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

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

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

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 2 May 2018 128,695 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 104,148 miles

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

Offside Front Inner tyre low

Offside Rear wheel has slight play in a bush

under shields fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2016 84,285 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 79,041 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 78,997 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2014 72,843 miles

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

O/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

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

Wipers starting to streak

Fail 21 Feb 2013 67,056 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 67,056 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Mar 2012 60,394 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 51,962 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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PK08 CTV is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PK08 CTV, 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 PK08 CTV registered?

PK08 CTV is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is PK08 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK08 CTV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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