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MJ08 YCP

2008 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,714 mi
Last recorded74,714 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 YCP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2020 74,714 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 71,128 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2018 65,302 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 59,777 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 54,392 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 49,907 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 44,807 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 39,618 miles

all four tyre worn and starting to crack

Pass 6 Aug 2012 35,945 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 31,359 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 27,495 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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MJ08 YCP is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 MJ08 YCP, 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 MJ08 YCP registered?

MJ08 YCP is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is MJ08 YCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 YCP shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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