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AV08 YLB

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

146,509 mi
Last recorded146,509 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 YLB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 146,509 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2019 146,496 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

engine cover fitted

near side rear tyre side wall damaged

oil leak

tpms light on

under tray fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2018 139,876 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 137,551 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 137,541 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Central Rear Statutory seat belt missing clasp (5.1.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

oil leak from engine

Pass 17 Mar 2016 129,928 miles

undertrays fitted full length of vehicle

Pass 17 Mar 2015 120,149 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 98,919 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 78,909 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 55,741 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 24,619 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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AV08 YLB is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AV08 YLB, 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 AV08 YLB registered?

AV08 YLB is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 2 July 2008.

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