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MC08 YVN

2008 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

146,586 mi
Last recorded146,586 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC08 YVN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 146,586 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2024 141,309 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 132,362 miles

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

serv light on

Pass 23 Aug 2022 131,528 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 125,699 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 125,699 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 117,547 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 108,856 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 108,844 miles

Offside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp flickering (4.2.3 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 May 2018 100,903 miles

engine covers and undertray fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2017 98,219 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 89,468 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 89,468 miles

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 76,076 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 65,123 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 57,783 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 52,372 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 52,257 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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MC08 YVN is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YVN, 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 YVN registered?

MC08 YVN is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is MC08 YVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC08 YVN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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