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YA57 DBX

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

132,750 mi
Last recorded132,750 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA57 DBX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2023 132,750 miles

Engine Body & Sill Covers Fitted

Fail 27 Nov 2023 132,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.53 mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine Body & Sill Covers Fitted

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 94,404 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2021 52,475 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 20,589 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 19,424 miles

both rear tyres 3mm

Pass 3 Feb 2017 18,042 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 16,686 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 15,365 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2014 13,643 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 11,920 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 10,229 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 8,168 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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YA57 DBX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YA57 DBX, 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 YA57 DBX registered?

YA57 DBX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 7 February 2008.

Is YA57 DBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA57 DBX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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