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SM08 YPJ

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

129,632 mi
Last recorded129,632 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 YPJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2024 129,632 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2024 129,508 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing incorrect (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing incorrect (0.1 (d))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 115,464 miles

beam patterns weak

rear subframe rusty

tyres wearing low

Pass 1 Nov 2022 106,489 miles

n/s/r brake pipe rusty

rear subframe very rusty

slight weep n/s/r outer c/v boot

underside rusty

Pass 8 Nov 2021 100,645 miles

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

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

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

rear subframe corroding

Pass 8 Dec 2020 95,347 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 87,556 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output dirty (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output dirty (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 29 Nov 2019 87,556 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output dirty (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output dirty (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 70,596 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect close to limits (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine and sill and under trays fitted

exhaust corroded

heavy corrosion to center rear floor pan

Fail 5 Dec 2018 70,423 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect close to limits (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine and sill and under trays fitted

exhaust corroded

heavy corrosion to center rear floor pan

Pass 2 Dec 2017 54,878 miles

Offside Rear Tyre cracking in tread

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Under trays fitted obscuring some views

Pass 7 Dec 2016 48,725 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 44,058 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 36,639 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 34,812 miles

rear brake pads getting low

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre low on tread and wearing on inside edge

Pass 18 Jun 2013 28,589 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 23,158 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 16,807 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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SM08 YPJ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SM08 YPJ, 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 SM08 YPJ registered?

SM08 YPJ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is SM08 YPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 YPJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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