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PK08 FLX

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,528 mi
Last recorded82,528 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK08 FLX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 82,528 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 77,467 miles

Nearside Front inner plastic wheel arch insecure

undertrays and engine covers hiding some components

Pass 1 Jul 2016 76,460 miles

Centre Rear Oil leak ()

undertrays and Engine covers hiding some components

Fail 23 Jun 2016 76,456 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure broken leg (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' cracked screen (8.3.1d)

Centre Rear Oil leak ()

undertrays and Engine covers hiding some components

Pass 6 Dec 2014 71,472 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 62,753 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 177,179 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 137,502 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 137,502 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 101,739 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 FLX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FLX, 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 FLX registered?

PK08 FLX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is PK08 FLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK08 FLX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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