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FY08 DYO

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

155,977 mi
Last recorded155,977 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 DYO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 155,977 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 153,633 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 151,800 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 148,836 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2021 139,697 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 139,697 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2020 128,533 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 115,370 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

T.P.M.S light illuminated

Vehicle has under trays fitted not allowing full under body inspection

Pass 14 Mar 2018 104,947 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 86,964 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Apr 2016 67,341 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 61,045 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 57,420 miles

no read out given on emission test

Pass 23 Apr 2013 52,665 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2012 48,162 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 45,170 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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FY08 DYO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FY08 DYO, 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 FY08 DYO registered?

FY08 DYO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is FY08 DYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 DYO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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