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TIJ 308

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

149,411 mi
Last recorded149,411 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTIJ 308
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 149,411 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Nov 2024 146,835 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 146,670 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 142,732 miles

brake fluid lamp illuminated.

Pass 1 Nov 2022 135,050 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front brake flexis have slight cracking

Pass 22 Oct 2021 131,371 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 128,352 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 123,305 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 120,197 miles

Offside Front headlamp has slit condensation

Pass 5 Apr 2017 114,899 miles

plastic covers fitted

Pass 6 Apr 2016 109,992 miles

Engine and undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2015 105,825 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Apr 2014 101,448 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 96,310 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 89,782 miles

Offside front and Nearside front tyres cutting out on outer edges

light on dash service

Pass 30 Mar 2011 72,708 miles

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

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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TIJ 308 is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 TIJ 308, 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 TIJ 308 registered?

TIJ 308 is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is TIJ 308 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TIJ 308 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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