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T24 NMJ

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

111,365 mi
Last recorded111,365 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT24 NMJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 111,365 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 109,103 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 26 Jan 2024 109,103 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 102,854 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 91,715 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s/r & n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Jun 2021 91,714 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s/r & n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 89,709 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2019 84,254 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted

Fail 12 Feb 2019 84,254 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2018 84,135 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 84,135 miles

Brake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 74,272 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Nearside Rear unable to fully inspect seat belt due to child seat installation

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

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

Fail 25 Aug 2017 74,272 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Nearside Rear unable to fully inspect seat belt due to child seat installation

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 62,674 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 46,892 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 33,121 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 26,615 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Sep 2013 26,614 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2013 25,815 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 25,815 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 20,875 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2011 15,952 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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T24 NMJ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 T24 NMJ, 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 T24 NMJ registered?

T24 NMJ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is T24 NMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T24 NMJ shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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