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AB08 VXK

2008 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

101,864 mi
Last recorded101,864 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 VXK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 101,864 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side worn on edges nearside to soft rubber (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords various deep cuts but no cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated worn and splitting (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2026 101,864 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side worn on edges nearside to soft rubber (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords various deep cuts but no cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to soft rubber plus on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated worn and splitting (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 95,742 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jun 2025 95,742 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 88,846 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 85,039 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 79,977 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 72,627 miles

Emissions to low to read

Pass 23 Jun 2020 67,459 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 61,915 miles

Nearside Front badly worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front worn badly on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear worn on inner edges

Pass 21 Jun 2018 54,058 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 48,431 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2016 43,182 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 38,940 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 31,323 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 23,801 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 20,308 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 20,284 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 16,395 miles

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

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)

both front tyres worn on edges

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 VXK is a 2008 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel 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 AB08 VXK, 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 VXK registered?

AB08 VXK is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 6 July 2008.

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The MOT history for AB08 VXK 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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