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RE58 FGF

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,233 mi
Last recorded153,233 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE58 FGF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2026 153,233 miles

Age related underbody surface corrosion

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil NSF OSF (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil NSR OSR (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 145,547 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))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 144,339 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 141,578 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 137,337 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 131,637 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 126,116 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 124,947 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 119,345 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both side rear top inner (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 115,868 miles

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn doughnut

Pass 14 Sep 2015 101,181 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 86,112 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)

offside rear tyre underinflated and excesivly worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Sep 2013 72,205 miles

Front inner pads o/s and n/s wearing.

Rear discs and pads near wear limits.

Pass 3 Sep 2012 53,305 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 32,143 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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RE58 FGF is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 RE58 FGF, 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 RE58 FGF registered?

RE58 FGF is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is RE58 FGF safe to buy?

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