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YB08 FTT

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

120,494 mi
Last recorded120,494 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 FTT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 120,494 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 108,670 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 98,242 miles

rear brake discs and pads wearing thin

Fail 31 May 2017 106,731 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

both front tyres deteriorated on edges

brake and suspension components corroded

centre exhaust joint has a leak

offside rear tyre deteriorated on edges

Pass 29 Apr 2016 86,492 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front tyres wearing on inner edge

offside front shockabsorber has a reduced damping effect

Pass 17 Apr 2015 80,154 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 74,501 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 66,806 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Sep 2013 66,806 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 45,698 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 45,698 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 25,859 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 25,241 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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YB08 FTT is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YB08 FTT, 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 YB08 FTT registered?

YB08 FTT is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is YB08 FTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB08 FTT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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