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OY58 PBO

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,478 mi
Last recorded87,478 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY58 PBO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 87,478 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2025 76,623 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 66,923 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cut outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2024 66,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

offside rear body panel damaged

parking brake warning light stays on

Pass 8 Feb 2023 54,922 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 45,630 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 44,782 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 43,682 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 41,654 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 39,399 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 36,139 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both have uneven wear to inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Jan 2017 36,139 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both have uneven wear to inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 33,163 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 31,620 miles

engine cover fitted

vehicle under tray fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2014 26,854 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2013 21,705 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Sep 2012 17,013 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 12,522 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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OY58 PBO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OY58 PBO, 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 OY58 PBO registered?

OY58 PBO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 23 September 2008.

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