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YB08 VFE

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

135,728 mi
Last recorded135,728 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 VFE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 135,728 miles

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 129,300 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 127,372 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 125,797 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 119,151 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 103,960 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 98,357 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 93,409 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2019 93,294 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2018 85,582 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Jul 2017 76,353 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 69,270 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine cover fitted

sill covers fitted

under cover fitted

Pass 30 Jul 2015 61,502 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

surface corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 21 Jul 2014 53,661 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

sill covers fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2013 45,970 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fitted with plastic covers under tray.

Slight movement in both rear anti roll bar link arms

Pass 13 Jun 2012 38,945 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 29,840 miles

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

offside rear tyre punctured

offside rear tyre wearing unevenly

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 VFE is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YB08 VFE, 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 VFE registered?

YB08 VFE is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 2 July 2008.

Is YB08 VFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB08 VFE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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