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RF08 LBE

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

145,295 mi
Last recorded145,295 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 LBE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 145,295 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 141,761 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 May 2018 141,761 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2017 137,866 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 128,068 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 116,257 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f jacking point rubber missing

Pass 20 Jun 2014 102,286 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 90,968 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 80,066 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 May 2011 58,030 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)

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 LBE is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red 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 RF08 LBE, 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 RF08 LBE registered?

RF08 LBE is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is RF08 LBE safe to buy?

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