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AB08 VXJ

2008 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,531 mi
Last recorded85,531 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 VXJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2025 85,531 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn On Edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 81,577 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 78,215 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 74,942 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 14 Dec 2021 71,240 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 67,464 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 63,494 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2019 55,753 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 49,426 miles

plastic covers fitted to undercarriage

Pass 12 Apr 2016 35,660 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 28,695 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 25,193 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 23,885 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 21,680 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 21,457 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 13,800 miles

Both rear tyre wear inner edges close to limits n/s and o/s/r .

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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AB08 VXJ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver 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 AB08 VXJ, 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 AB08 VXJ registered?

AB08 VXJ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is AB08 VXJ safe to buy?

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