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TC08 TGC

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

207,645 mi
Last recorded207,645 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTC08 TGC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2022 207,645 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 195,064 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 177,214 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 163,147 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 138,300 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 127,597 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 111,253 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 101,918 miles

air bag light not working

floor pans

Pass 12 Sep 2014 89,741 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 77,859 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 66,258 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 53,896 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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TC08 TGC is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 TC08 TGC, 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 TC08 TGC registered?

TC08 TGC is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is TC08 TGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for TC08 TGC shows 12 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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