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RF08 XCB

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

120,152 mi
Last recorded120,152 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 XCB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2024 120,152 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 119,050 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 115,809 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 111,733 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 111,733 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 105,832 miles

tyre pressure monitoring system indicates a fault.

Pass 18 May 2018 100,448 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing unevenly on the inner edge

Pass 12 Jul 2017 95,593 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 89,665 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 83,026 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 83,026 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 77,694 miles

both front tyres outer edges wearing

Pass 13 Aug 2013 72,493 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 67,843 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 59,394 miles

Both rear tyres on 3mm

Nail in nearside front tyre

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 XCB is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XCB, 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 RF08 XCB registered?

RF08 XCB is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 21 August 2008.

Is RF08 XCB safe to buy?

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