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LG08 YEF

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

148,754 mi
Last recorded148,754 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 YEF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2023 148,754 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2023 148,754 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 142,624 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2022 142,624 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 133,188 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 118,037 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 118,037 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018 109,456 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 109,456 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 100,992 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 88,312 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 May 2015 81,449 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 81,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2014 75,203 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 70,763 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)

Pass 15 May 2012 50,542 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 28,207 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 27,593 miles

Nearside 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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LG08 YEF is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LG08 YEF, 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 LG08 YEF registered?

LG08 YEF is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is LG08 YEF safe to buy?

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