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SP08 TMO

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,296 mi
Last recorded84,296 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 TMO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 29 Jan 2025 84,296 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 80,316 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 77,151 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 59,731 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 47,637 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 39,176 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 25,727 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive misting (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 15,924 miles

under trays / engine covers fitted covering components

Pass 18 Jan 2017 14,329 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 Jan 2016 13,210 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded plastic coating slightly raised (3.6.B.2c)

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

engine covers fitted covering components

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 21 Jan 2015 11,736 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2014 10,533 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2013 9,126 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 7,651 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 6,452 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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SP08 TMO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey 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 SP08 TMO, 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 SP08 TMO registered?

SP08 TMO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SP08 TMO safe to buy?

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