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SB08 XAO

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

148,999 mi
Last recorded148,999 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 XAO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 148,999 miles

Nearside Front tension control arm bush leaking

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 Nov 2016 148,999 miles

Nearside Front tension control arm bush leaking

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 128,619 miles

Front registration plate damaged

under tray fitted obscuring view to some steering and suspension components

Pass 23 Dec 2014 100,334 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate damaged slightly

Pass 23 Dec 2013 73,272 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2012 53,849 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 40,034 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 40,034 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Brake Discs Worn And Corroded

N/S/F Tyre Small Cut In Outer Side Wall And Has Slight Wear To Inside Edge.

N/S/R And O/S/R Tyres Approx 3.5mm

Rear Brake Discs Corroded

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

Pass 10 May 2011 37,541 miles

front discs worn and scored

oil leak at engine

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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SB08 XAO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red 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 SB08 XAO, 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 SB08 XAO registered?

SB08 XAO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is SB08 XAO safe to buy?

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