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SF08 HTG

2008 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

133,792 mi
Last recorded133,792 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 HTG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 133,792 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 133,745 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 129,602 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 127,021 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2019 124,695 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 117,983 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 115,856 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 107,112 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 98,774 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 88,709 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 79,113 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 70,863 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 59,753 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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SF08 HTG is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SF08 HTG, 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 SF08 HTG registered?

SF08 HTG is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is SF08 HTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF08 HTG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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