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RX57 WHN

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

141,589 mi
Last recorded141,589 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX57 WHN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 141,589 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2025 137,544 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 131,836 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2024 131,836 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 125,525 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXY (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 119,441 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 116,725 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underside of vehicle corroded slightly

Pass 22 Jan 2020 112,587 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 101,900 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 93,169 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 83,053 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres worn on edges

rear tyres worn to 3mm of tread

Pass 26 Jan 2016 74,456 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 64,683 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 56,700 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 47,181 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 37,791 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 24,381 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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RX57 WHN is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RX57 WHN, 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 RX57 WHN registered?

RX57 WHN is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is RX57 WHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX57 WHN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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