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VF57 JMO

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,645 mi
Last recorded149,645 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF57 JMO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 31 Aug 2023 149,645 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 145,354 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 10 Sep 2021 140,047 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))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 137,641 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 130,641 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 111,596 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 93,823 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2016 73,914 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 58,333 miles

Front both tyres worn on inner edges

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine and underbody cover fitted unable to check some components

vehicle tested in wet condition

Pass 13 Dec 2014 46,678 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 41,810 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2012 36,494 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 30,823 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 25,679 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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VF57 JMO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 VF57 JMO, 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 VF57 JMO registered?

VF57 JMO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 15 February 2008.

Is VF57 JMO safe to buy?

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