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AA08 FVM

2008 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

93,147 mi
Last recorded93,147 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 FVM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 93,147 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2025 83,299 miles

test in wet condition

Pass 22 Feb 2024 68,212 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

tested in wet conditions

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2023 55,836 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 54,601 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 48,388 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 41,161 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 35,894 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 31,991 miles

Offside Rear TYRE PERISHED ON TREAD

Pass 28 Apr 2017 28,887 miles

Under-trays fitted.

Pass 29 Apr 2016 26,272 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2015 24,197 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 May 2015 24,152 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nail in nearside front tyre & worn on outer edge

Pass 23 May 2014 22,575 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 May 2014 22,573 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2013 20,884 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 19,603 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 18,036 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 18,019 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AA08 FVM is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AA08 FVM, 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 AA08 FVM registered?

AA08 FVM is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is AA08 FVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 FVM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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