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YB08 VMJ

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

145,100 mi
Last recorded145,100 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 VMJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2019 145,100 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 134,066 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays fitted underneath.

Pass 18 Sep 2017 107,289 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 83,952 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

centre seatbelt stalk missing

Pass 25 Apr 2015 75,518 miles

both rear tyres worn off on inner edge

Pass 25 Jul 2014 66,045 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all 4 tyres misshapen

handbrake light on

Pass 26 Jul 2013 52,896 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Jul 2012 38,254 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 26,058 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)

both front tyres worn off on edges

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 VMJ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 YB08 VMJ, 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 VMJ registered?

YB08 VMJ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is YB08 VMJ safe to buy?

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