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YA57 DPN

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,764 mi
Last recorded82,764 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA57 DPN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2016 82,764 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 69,727 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 56,203 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 45,435 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 37,700 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 27,339 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 DPN is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DPN, 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 DPN registered?

YA57 DPN is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 18 February 2008.

Is YA57 DPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA57 DPN shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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