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PX08 GRZ

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

138,558 mi
Last recorded138,558 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 GRZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 138,558 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 121,737 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 104,971 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 84,695 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 73,275 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

smoke test no reading

Pass 2 Apr 2014 62,237 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

smoke test no reading

Fail 2 Apr 2014 62,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

smoke test no reading

Pass 3 Apr 2013 50,906 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 2 Apr 2012 37,867 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 23,035 miles

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

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

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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PX08 GRZ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PX08 GRZ, 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 PX08 GRZ registered?

PX08 GRZ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is PX08 GRZ safe to buy?

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