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SC08 AZD

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

171,806 mi
Last recorded171,806 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC08 AZD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2023 171,806 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 168,187 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 165,210 miles

Engine noisy (rattles, poss timing chain)

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 165,210 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Engine noisy (rattles, poss timing chain)

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 May 2019 139,362 miles

Engine cover fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust mount Brocken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under trays fitted preventing full under vehicle inspection

Fail 21 May 2019 139,362 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both washers (3.5 (a))

Engine cover fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust mount Brocken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under trays fitted preventing full under vehicle inspection

Pass 29 May 2018 123,213 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 110,171 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 110,171 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 31 May 2016 105,067 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 99,962 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 96,812 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 96,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2013 88,286 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 68,829 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 42,465 miles

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

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

Recommend engine oil and filter change.

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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SC08 AZD is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SC08 AZD, 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 SC08 AZD registered?

SC08 AZD is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 21 June 2008.

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