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GY58 BYO

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,974 mi
Last recorded112,974 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY58 BYO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2022 112,974 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2022 112,974 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 109,078 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 109,078 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 105,227 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 105,227 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 103,836 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 102,215 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 100,564 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 93,538 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Sep 2015 86,461 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated catch intermitant advise it requires attention (8.4.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 78,511 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 69,550 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 61,489 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 53,691 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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GY58 BYO 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 80%.

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 GY58 BYO, 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 GY58 BYO registered?

GY58 BYO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is GY58 BYO safe to buy?

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