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2008 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,591 mi
Last recorded92,591 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2 VE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2025 92,591 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced / Axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 88,525 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 84,776 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 81,174 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 77,729 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front inner brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear inner brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 72,745 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 66,714 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 58,033 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 30 Aug 2017 50,147 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 48,035 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 43,977 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 35,576 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 24,124 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 13,464 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 7,984 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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2 VE is a 2008 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 2 VE, 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 2 VE registered?

2 VE is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is 2 VE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2 VE shows 15 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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