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PL08 PDO

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,579 mi
Last recorded75,579 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 PDO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2025 75,579 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 70,309 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 64,624 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 60,205 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 50,204 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 43,712 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 37,368 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 31,440 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 24,763 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 18,412 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 18,150 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 17,106 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 14,891 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 12,757 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 10,007 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 PDO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PDO, 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

How do I check the history of PL08 PDO?

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What year was PL08 PDO registered?

PL08 PDO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is PL08 PDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 PDO shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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