2008 BMW 120 2.0L Diesel · GV08 OCX
2008 BMW 120 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 May 2008. Recorded mileage 170,298 miles. MOT expired on 09 Apr 2026. Currently declared SORN. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 120
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 170,298 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
GV08 OCX Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2025
- 170,298 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring windscreen items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GV08 OCX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW 120 (GV08 OCX) between March 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
GV08 OCX Mileage History
- 01/03/2022133,756 mi
- 29/03/2023150,130 mi+16,374 mi
- 11/04/2024162,275 mi+12,145 mi
- 11/04/2025170,298 mi+8,023 mi
Average of roughly 11,738 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (GV08 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as GV08OCX.
TOYOTA
AURIS
TOYOTA
AURIS
TOYOTA
AURIS
TOYOTA
AURIS
TOYOTA
COROLLA
TOYOTA
AURIS
TOYOTA
AURIS
TOYOTA
AURIS
TOYOTA
AURIS
TOYOTA
AURIS
TOYOTA
AURIS
TOYOTA
AURIS
BMW 120 Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2008 model year cars.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.