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PY57 KWB

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

115,411 mi
Last recorded115,411 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY57 KWB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2023 115,411 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Electrical wiring slightly deteriorated battery cable underside of vehicle corroding and showing signs of heat transfer (4.11 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 114,619 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 112,978 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 111,228 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 111,228 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 101,961 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 83,453 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 67,556 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 58,545 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 58,545 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 48,249 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring light on

Pass 17 Jun 2014 38,395 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jun 2014 38,395 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2013 26,940 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 22,325 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 18,691 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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PY57 KWB is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PY57 KWB, 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 PY57 KWB registered?

PY57 KWB is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 20 February 2008.

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The MOT history for PY57 KWB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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