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PX08 ZCF

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,789 mi
Last recorded153,789 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 ZCF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2023 153,789 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 141,453 miles

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

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

slight corrosion under vehicle

Pass 5 Aug 2021 131,887 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 127,149 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 119,649 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 112,174 miles

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

Offside Rear flexible brake hose slightly twisted.

Pass 3 Aug 2017 103,422 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 93,678 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 83,361 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 77,372 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both sides front tyres worn on outside edges

emisions very low

Pass 10 Jun 2013 71,935 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres are worn on edges

front brakes are worn

Pass 9 Jun 2012 64,618 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 53,308 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 ZCF is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 PX08 ZCF, 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.

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What year was PX08 ZCF registered?

PX08 ZCF is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is PX08 ZCF safe to buy?

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