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LS08 ZYH

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

119,700 mi
Last recorded119,700 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 ZYH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2021 119,700 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 111,192 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 98,383 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 89,898 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 84,229 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2015 72,810 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Number plate lamps deteriorated, ok at time of test

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Slight damage to nearside front tyre outer wall

Slight misshaping to offside front tyre outer wall

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2015 72,810 miles

Number plate lamps deteriorated, ok at time of test

Slight damage to nearside front tyre outer wall

Slight misshaping to offside front tyre outer wall

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2014 64,300 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside number plate lamp dim but operating at time of test

Slight damage to nearside front tyre outer wall

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Feb 2013 55,435 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Feb 2012 47,775 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2011 33,047 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 33,038 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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LS08 ZYH is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 LS08 ZYH, 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 LS08 ZYH registered?

LS08 ZYH is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is LS08 ZYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 ZYH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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