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RK58 RVW

2008 BMW 120

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

165,739 mi
Last recorded165,739 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK58 RVW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 165,739 miles

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 163,112 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2023 161,305 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2023 161,305 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2022 158,477 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 150,108 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Feb 2021 150,104 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 143,605 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2019 136,318 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 123,603 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 111,133 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 98,636 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 88,059 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

engine management light on

Pass 27 Dec 2013 79,228 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 71,185 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 62,831 miles

oil leak rear diff

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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RK58 RVW is a 2008 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RK58 RVW, 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 RK58 RVW registered?

RK58 RVW is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 18 September 2008.

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The MOT history for RK58 RVW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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