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HN08 LYY

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

151,600 mi
Last recorded151,600 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 LYY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2022 151,600 miles

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached both sides (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 138,425 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 129,713 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Oct 2020 129,713 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 122,510 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 11,103 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 90,976 miles

under trays fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 12 Sep 2016 79,232 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 64,321 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2014 56,028 miles

nsf, osf and nsr tyres worn low on inner and outer edges.

Fail 30 Apr 2014 55,798 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

nsf, osf and nsr tyres worn low on inner and outer edges.

Pass 17 May 2013 49,058 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 49,058 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 41,183 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 32,352 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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HN08 LYY is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey 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 HN08 LYY, 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 HN08 LYY registered?

HN08 LYY is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 17 May 2008.

Is HN08 LYY safe to buy?

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