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DY08 KKW

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

119,699 mi
Last recorded119,699 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 KKW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 119,699 miles

Acceleration not detected,no emission printout.

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

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

Fail 20 Jan 2026 119,685 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Acceleration not detected,no emission printout.

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 109,423 miles

Acceleration not detected,no emission printout.

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

Tyre light is on.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 109,404 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Acceleration not detected,no emission printout.

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

Tyre light is on.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 97,931 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2023 97,913 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 90,753 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 83,361 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 75,980 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 68,967 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 61,545 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 R/F (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2017 56,095 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 49,925 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 45,722 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 39,409 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 29,516 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 13,481 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 11,930 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 9,293 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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DY08 KKW is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DY08 KKW, 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 DY08 KKW registered?

DY08 KKW is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DY08 KKW safe to buy?

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