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MC08 YPF

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

166,520 mi
Last recorded166,520 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC08 YPF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 166,520 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Jun 2022 166,520 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 149,753 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect and o/s rear (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured ns/ and o/s (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 137,692 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 131,530 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 131,530 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 121,656 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 113,238 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 102,549 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 68,790 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 44,110 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 31 Mar 2012 24,840 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 11,343 miles

Hair line cracks beteen treads of N/S/F tyre

Hair line cracks beteen treads of O/S/F tyre

Hair line cracks beteen treads of O/S/R tyre

Hair line cracks between treads of N/S/R tyre

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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MC08 YPF is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MC08 YPF, 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 MC08 YPF registered?

MC08 YPF is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is MC08 YPF safe to buy?

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