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VA57 XSC

2008 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,050 mi
Last recorded154,050 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA57 XSC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2025 154,050 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 149,160 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 142,942 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 132,582 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 118,544 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 100,864 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 81,688 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 66,741 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 53,379 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 30 Jan 2016 43,734 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 41,219 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 37,134 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 33,494 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 29,081 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 22,499 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 16,710 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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VA57 XSC is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 VA57 XSC, 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

How do I check the history of VA57 XSC?

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What year was VA57 XSC registered?

VA57 XSC is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 2 January 2008.

Is VA57 XSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA57 XSC shows 16 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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