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FY58 UAV

2008 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

127,128 mi
Last recorded127,128 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 UAV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 127,128 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 123,567 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 113,334 miles

Central Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi part leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 104,436 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 101,182 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 89,795 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 82,255 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 75,076 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 66,771 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 58,745 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 58,573 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 55,729 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 52,632 miles

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

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

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 38,987 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2011 38,987 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FY58 UAV is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FY58 UAV, 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 FY58 UAV registered?

FY58 UAV is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 27 September 2008.

Is FY58 UAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY58 UAV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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