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LP08 YMX

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

114,837 mi
Last recorded114,837 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 YMX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2018 114,837 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 99,279 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Side Front.. (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 93,373 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre; Inner shoulder worn

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ` ()

Fail 14 Oct 2016 93,373 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre; Inner shoulder worn

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ` ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 23 Sep 2015 86,633 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 86,633 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed shoulder (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 79,770 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Aug 2014 79,749 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2013 73,407 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2012 63,072 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 54,651 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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LP08 YMX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LP08 YMX, 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 LP08 YMX registered?

LP08 YMX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 20 August 2008.

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