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AD08 ZCK

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,172 mi
Last recorded62,172 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 ZCK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 62,172 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2025 62,172 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2024 60,737 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 59,554 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 58,560 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 57,212 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 57,212 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 54,383 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low on outer edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 May 2019 51,355 miles

All 4 tyres showing cracks in tread pattern

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 48,954 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 47,650 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 44,778 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 42,671 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Apr 2014 37,753 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2013 33,159 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2012 28,914 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 28,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 25,226 miles

front tyres worn low 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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AD08 ZCK is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AD08 ZCK, 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.

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What year was AD08 ZCK registered?

AD08 ZCK is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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