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RF08 ZYS

2008 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

124,226 mi
Last recorded124,226 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 ZYS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2024 124,226 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2023 119,174 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 112,982 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 104,620 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2019 86,111 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 86,089 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 May 2018 75,054 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 75,054 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 May 2017 72,132 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 64,984 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 54,418 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 46,369 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 44,784 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 37,309 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 28,298 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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RF08 ZYS is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol 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 ZYS, 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 ZYS registered?

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

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