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SJ08 MMO

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,472 mi
Last recorded44,472 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 MMO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 44,472 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 42,929 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 40,538 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 39,476 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 37,758 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 39,917 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 34,927 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 32,908 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 31,051 miles

Exhaust band clamp cracked

Pass 14 Apr 2016 28,029 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 25,640 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 22,910 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 18,773 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 15,456 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 11,880 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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SJ08 MMO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SJ08 MMO, 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

How do I check the history of SJ08 MMO?

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What year was SJ08 MMO registered?

SJ08 MMO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 3 May 2008.

Is SJ08 MMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ08 MMO shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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