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RJ58 DYM

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,311 mi
Last recorded55,311 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ58 DYM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018 55,311 miles

engine upper and under covers missing

both front tyre treads worn on edges and perished in tread.

both front brake hoses perished

nearside rear tyre tread worn close to legal limit and nearly bald on inner edge

offside front brake hose mounting bracket to inner wing damaged.

offside front chassis leg looks to of been damaged

offside front lower suspension arm (rear arm) inner bush damaged but not resulting in excessive movement.

offside rear tyre tread worn to legal limit and tread bald on inner edge

oil leaks from engine

Pass 11 Jan 2017 45,457 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 39,059 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 33,470 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 28,305 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 27,995 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Mar 2013 21,913 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

two front tyres cracking in tread area and shoulder wear indicates tracking needed

Fail 23 Mar 2013 21,913 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

two front tyres cracking in tread area and shoulder wear indicates tracking needed

Pass 24 Mar 2012 17,881 miles

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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RJ58 DYM is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RJ58 DYM, 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 RJ58 DYM registered?

RJ58 DYM is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 7 October 2008.

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