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SV08 JXM

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,956 mi
Last recorded103,956 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 JXM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2020 103,956 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2019 89,899 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 89,896 miles

Exhaust system insecure Rear Hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Tpms shows fault

Pass 11 Jun 2019 89,364 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2019 89,364 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 74,851 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 63,731 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 63,731 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 55,006 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 44,651 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 29,256 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 29,080 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 29,070 miles

All 4 brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 30 Jan 2012 27,639 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 25,269 miles

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

rear discs slightly corroded

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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SV08 JXM is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SV08 JXM, 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 SV08 JXM registered?

SV08 JXM is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 15 May 2008.

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