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PL08 KLM

2008 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

160,301 mi
Last recorded160,301 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 KLM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2023 160,301 miles

complete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.

engine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

sill cover body panel covers fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.

Pass 24 Sep 2022 152,598 miles

complete under body cover panels fitted concealing some rtestable components.

engine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

sill cover body panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.

Pass 28 Sep 2021 145,946 miles

handbrake loose

Pass 30 Sep 2020 139,435 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 135,385 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 135,385 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 129,354 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 28 Sep 2018 129,354 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers missing (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers missing (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 126,899 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 124,709 miles

engine covers & undertrays fitted

osr seatbelt staulk covers missing

zero emissions detected

Pass 15 Apr 2015 109,609 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 87,221 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 69,043 miles

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

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

unenen wear on front tyres

Pass 10 Apr 2012 53,060 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 38,676 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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PL08 KLM is a 2008 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PL08 KLM, 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 PL08 KLM registered?

PL08 KLM is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is PL08 KLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 KLM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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