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LR08 YGU

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,326 mi
Last recorded77,326 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 YGU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2022 77,326 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 66,574 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 64,831 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 63,417 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 61,465 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 59,607 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 56,360 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2014 53,803 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Sep 2012 49,987 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 47,422 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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LR08 YGU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LR08 YGU, 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 LR08 YGU registered?

LR08 YGU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is LR08 YGU safe to buy?

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