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RA57 JYH

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

168,704 mi
Last recorded168,704 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 JYH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2022 168,704 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement central support arm outer bush de-bonding slightly from central pin (marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc slightly worn on outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Dusting of oil present around NSF front arm inner bush, appears to originate from lower intercooler pipe/ connection (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion to rear subframe as well as numerous rear suspension components

Undertray fitted covering testable items

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Numerous small stone chips across swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2022 168,703 miles

Central Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Sticker placed within swept area, also causing OSF wiper blade to streak slightly under normal operation (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement central support arm outer bush de-bonding slightly from central pin (marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc slightly worn on outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Dusting of oil present around NSF front arm inner bush, appears to originate from lower intercooler pipe/ connection (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion to rear subframe as well as numerous rear suspension components

Undertray fitted covering testable items

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Numerous small stone chips across swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

washer fluid appears to be low

Pass 4 Oct 2021 161,621 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 Oct 2021 161,621 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 161,180 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 161,179 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 158,919 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 156,392 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 153,073 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 146,504 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 140,304 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 137,257 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 129,938 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 121,013 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 102,277 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)

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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RA57 JYH is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 RA57 JYH, 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 RA57 JYH registered?

RA57 JYH is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 21 January 2008.

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