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AD57 PTZ

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

169,817 mi
Last recorded169,817 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 PTZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2024 169,817 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 162,362 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 159,656 miles

Offside Rear upper arm inner bush worn

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 158,340 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 150,095 miles

Coolant warning light on

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil level on minimum on dipstick

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning

Pass 7 Feb 2019 139,033 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Reparable ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 128,150 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 126,942 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sets (3.5.1g)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 120,362 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 117,628 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 114,833 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 100,490 miles

rear pads getting low

Pass 11 Jan 2012 86,174 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 66,294 miles

both rear tyres getting low on tread

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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AD57 PTZ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 AD57 PTZ, 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 AD57 PTZ registered?

AD57 PTZ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is AD57 PTZ safe to buy?

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