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SN08 OAB

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,225 mi
Last recorded37,225 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 OAB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2026 37,225 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2025 37,087 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre scrubbing inner edge 205/50/17. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 36,785 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre scrubbing inner edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2023 36,354 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 35,955 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 35,479 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 34,969 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 34,063 miles

front tyres scrubbing around inner and outer edges of tread and cracking. 205/50/17 runflat.

Pass 16 Jul 2018 32,640 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 31,564 miles

rear brake pads showing signs of wear.

Pass 20 Jul 2016 30,882 miles

rear brake pads showing signs of wear

Pass 15 Jul 2015 30,101 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pads showing signs of wear.

Pass 24 Jul 2014 29,283 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pads over half worn.

Pass 10 Jul 2013 27,673 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 26,392 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 24,246 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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SN08 OAB is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 SN08 OAB, 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 SN08 OAB?

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What year was SN08 OAB registered?

SN08 OAB is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is SN08 OAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN08 OAB shows 16 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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