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PY58 ARF

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

130,547 mi
Last recorded130,547 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY58 ARF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 130,547 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Apr 2025 130,547 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 121,605 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Apr 2024 121,599 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed BOTH front tyres perished to cords in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 116,684 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 112,406 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 107,784 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 103,747 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 97,936 miles

Both Rear arm Bushes slight worn

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 92,418 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)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 85,234 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 75,884 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 66,922 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 57,788 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 47,549 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)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 36,945 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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PY58 ARF is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PY58 ARF, 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.

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What year was PY58 ARF registered?

PY58 ARF is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 19 November 2008.

Is PY58 ARF safe to buy?

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