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NV57 YKU

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,570 mi
Last recorded100,570 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV57 YKU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 100,570 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2026 100,562 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps dull (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps dull (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 95,591 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 91,409 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 87,681 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2023 87,681 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both bulbs fitted incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 81,779 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 81,779 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 74,320 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 72,922 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Manufacturers Covers Fitted

NO EMISSIONS DETECTED.

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

Fail 14 May 2020 72,913 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

BRAKE OERATION NOISY.

BRAKE W/L IS ON

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened recommend replacement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Manufacturers Covers Fitted

NO EMISSIONS DETECTED.

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

TPMS W/L IS ON.

Pass 18 Feb 2019 53,924 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 27,148 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 26,396 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 25,860 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 24,834 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 22,347 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 20,383 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 18,378 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)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 Jan 2011 16,057 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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NV57 YKU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NV57 YKU, 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 NV57 YKU registered?

NV57 YKU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is NV57 YKU safe to buy?

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