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RF08 GVW

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

190,252 mi
Last recorded190,252 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 GVW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2022 190,252 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 187,908 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 181,516 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 173,046 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 165,534 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 158,201 miles

Both rear tyres getting low on tread

Nearside front tyre devoid of tread on outer edge

Under covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 19 Aug 2015 149,828 miles

Engine cover & under trays/covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 27 Aug 2014 141,448 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 120,414 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 120,413 miles

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 95,222 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

top widscreen adrift

Pass 1 Sep 2011 70,004 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 66,217 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2011 66,217 miles

Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

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

Nearside 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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RF08 GVW is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RF08 GVW, 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

How do I check the history of RF08 GVW?

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What year was RF08 GVW registered?

RF08 GVW is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is RF08 GVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 GVW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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