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PX08 UEP

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

115,473 mi
Last recorded115,473 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 UEP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 115,473 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 112,148 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 110,321 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner low both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

all four under wheeln archs has covers on it can not be viwed

rear disc pitted rear pads low

under seal on car all round floor to sills can not be viwed all round

under tray fiited to the car .covers on sills inner and outer can not be viwed.

Pass 30 Mar 2016 101,303 miles

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

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 9 May 2015 95,010 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 95,010 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 69,533 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 59,052 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 52,130 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 39,415 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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PX08 UEP is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey 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 UEP, 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 UEP registered?

PX08 UEP is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is PX08 UEP safe to buy?

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