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RV58 NWA

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,256 mi
Last recorded114,256 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 NWA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 114,256 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 101,789 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2022 100,123 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 11 May 2022 100,123 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2021 98,925 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 91,370 miles
Fail 16 May 2020 91,370 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 86,881 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 80,637 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 77,121 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 70,899 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)

Fail 5 Aug 2014 70,899 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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 31 Aug 2013 59,264 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 47,383 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 36,126 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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RV58 NWA 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 RV58 NWA, 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 RV58 NWA registered?

RV58 NWA is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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