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R12 RYL

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,004 mi
Last recorded131,004 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 RYL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2018 131,004 miles

both front flexis slightly perished

both rear tyres getting low on tread

stone chips in windscreen

undershields fitted

Fail 8 Jan 2018 131,003 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front flexis slightly perished

both rear tyres getting low on tread

stone chips in windscreen

undershields fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2016 118,008 miles

Nearside front Tyre is worn on the outer edge

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

Fail 18 Nov 2016 118,008 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside front Tyre is worn on the outer edge

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

Pass 21 Nov 2015 99,669 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2014 77,756 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2013 57,767 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 55,590 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 47,573 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 26,331 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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R12 RYL is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 R12 RYL, 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 R12 RYL registered?

R12 RYL is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is R12 RYL safe to buy?

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