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PN08 ZBV

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

114,986 mi
Last recorded114,986 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 ZBV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 114,986 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 112,590 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 110,377 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 107,806 miles

Both front tyre worn slight on outer edge

Pass 5 Aug 2022 105,476 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 102,727 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 101,207 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 101,207 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 98,363 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 94,970 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 92,512 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 90,767 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 88,250 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 85,143 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 82,029 miles

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

both front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 7 Aug 2012 78,971 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 59,220 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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PN08 ZBV is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 PN08 ZBV, 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 PN08 ZBV registered?

PN08 ZBV is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is PN08 ZBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN08 ZBV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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