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DY57 EZA

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

126,877 mi
Last recorded126,877 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY57 EZA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2022 126,877 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 122,184 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 122,125 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 114,672 miles

n/s/f tyre worn low on inner edge

n/s/f wheel buckled on inside

Pass 5 Jan 2016 109,782 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

n/s/f wheel buckled on inside edge

Fail 5 Jan 2016 109,782 miles

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

n/s/f wheel buckled on inside edge

Pass 8 Aug 2014 161,534 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 121,298 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 89,585 miles

Tyre pressure system light on Engine light on

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Mar 2012 89,583 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Tyre pressure system light on Engine light on

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2010 47,372 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)

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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DY57 EZA is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black 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 DY57 EZA, 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 DY57 EZA registered?

DY57 EZA is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 13 February 2008.

Is DY57 EZA safe to buy?

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