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PM58 JUL

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,665 mi
Last recorded136,665 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPM58 JUL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2025 136,665 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 133,861 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 131,699 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 128,614 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear prop shaft donut starting to split

Pass 16 Sep 2021 124,778 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 123,286 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 119,143 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 107,555 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 96,324 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 86,261 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 74,667 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 63,496 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 53,073 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 42,845 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 30,548 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 20,105 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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PM58 JUL is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 PM58 JUL, 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 PM58 JUL registered?

PM58 JUL is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 27 September 2008.

Is PM58 JUL safe to buy?

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