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SN08 RFZ

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

76,047 mi
Last recorded76,047 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 RFZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2021 76,047 miles

Brake pedal spongy

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear caliper retaining clips missing

Fail 10 Feb 2021 76,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

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

Brake pedal spongy

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear caliper retaining clips missing

Pass 1 Feb 2020 76,020 miles

Windscreen cracked along bottom

Fail 19 Dec 2019 76,018 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Brake hose excessively damaged flexi insecure (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened Both front arms inner bushes have lots of movement (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering arm modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure mount missing (6.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Front brake pad sensor wire broken

N/S/F backing plate insecure

Windscreen cracked

Pass 3 Mar 2018 75,546 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 61,298 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 53,987 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 42,976 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 35,250 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 35,250 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 30,733 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 17,486 miles

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

both front tyres splitting/cracking in between treads

Pass 12 Apr 2011 12,561 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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SN08 RFZ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SN08 RFZ, 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 SN08 RFZ registered?

SN08 RFZ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is SN08 RFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN08 RFZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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