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R100 APA

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,108 mi
Last recorded77,108 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR100 APA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2024 77,108 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Jan 2023 67,554 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords The outer edge is worn. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords The sidewall is damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 60,231 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2022 60,230 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak fluid everywhere (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2020 56,268 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 54,277 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 51,234 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 44,647 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 44,647 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (205/55r16v RF) (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 41,102 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 37,211 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 31,881 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 27,470 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 23,278 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 18,019 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 13,097 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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R100 APA is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R100 APA, 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 R100 APA registered?

R100 APA is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is R100 APA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R100 APA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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