MOT Status
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145,703 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
exhaust slight blow in middle section crack in pipe
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault traction control light on (7.12 (e))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
exhaust slight blow in middle section crack in pipe
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge slightly (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
slight oil leak from engine
Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
How Reliable is the BMW 120?
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BN08 YBU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
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 BN08 YBU, 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 BN08 YBU registered?
BN08 YBU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 27 March 2008.
Is BN08 YBU safe to buy?
The MOT history for BN08 YBU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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