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CY08 DZD

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

51,974 mi
Last recorded51,974 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY08 DZD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 51,974 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 37,020 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 35,299 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 34,050 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 32,598 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 32,597 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2018 31,558 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2017 30,376 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 28,715 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 28,713 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 May 2015 27,009 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 25,209 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 22,819 miles

emissions too low to record reading

Pass 16 May 2012 21,146 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 19,387 miles

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)

both front tyres wearing 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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CY08 DZD is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 CY08 DZD, 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 CY08 DZD registered?

CY08 DZD is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is CY08 DZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY08 DZD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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