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YC08 DBX

2008 BMW 130

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

113,952 mi
Last recorded113,952 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 13078,027 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 DBX
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 113,952 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip on drivers side , small chip on passenger side (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2026 113,952 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip on drivers side , small chip on passenger side (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 101,045 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 92,312 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 86,697 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 81,788 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 78,629 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 76,989 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 72,963 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2019 72,962 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened lower front arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 62,933 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 48,409 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 48,372 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective not opening (8.4.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 47,474 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Slight corrosion to edges of both front brake discs

Pass 28 Sep 2015 45,898 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2015 45,898 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 41,508 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2014 41,508 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 36,918 miles

slight perishing to treaded area on both front tyres.

Pass 4 Oct 2012 30,416 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 25,231 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 19,734 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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YC08 DBX is a 2008 BMW 130 in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2008 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 78,027 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 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC08 DBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC08 DBX registered?

YC08 DBX is a 2008 BMW 130, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is YC08 DBX safe to buy?

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