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RO08 AEF

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,305 mi
Last recorded80,305 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 AEF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 80,305 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Rubber hose is starting to perish/crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Rubber hose is starting to perish/crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 28 Oct 2022 80,305 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205.55.16.VRFT (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Rubber hose is starting to perish/crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Rubber hose is starting to perish/crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 69,340 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 67,585 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 63,969 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 59,183 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 54,909 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 51,229 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 51,229 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 46,715 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)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 43,548 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 37,499 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 31,593 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 31,590 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 25,197 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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RO08 AEF is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RO08 AEF, 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 RO08 AEF registered?

RO08 AEF is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is RO08 AEF safe to buy?

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