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AC08 XAE

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

169,147 mi
Last recorded169,147 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 XAE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 169,147 miles

oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2024 150,399 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 140,145 miles
Fail 19 May 2023 140,030 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 18 May 2022 131,610 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 120,422 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 109,834 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 98,505 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 17 May 2018 87,524 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 77,295 miles

gearbox oil leak

Pass 6 May 2016 65,058 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 12 May 2015 54,660 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2014 43,540 miles

Chips in windscreen,

Nearside rear tyre is down to 3mm,

Rear brake pads are down to approx 3mm,

Service indicator is on,

Slight oil leak from auto gearbox,

Fail 9 May 2014 43,540 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Chips in windscreen,

Nearside rear tyre is down to 3mm,

Rear brake pads are down to approx 3mm,

Service indicator is on,

Slight oil leak from auto gearbox,

Pass 22 Apr 2013 32,063 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 20,679 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2011 8,723 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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AC08 XAE is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AC08 XAE, 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 AC08 XAE registered?

AC08 XAE is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is AC08 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 XAE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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