CarVerify

Free Car Check

YC08 DJX

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

121,665 mi
Last recorded121,665 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 DJX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 121,665 miles

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

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective hanger bracket broken off exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

parking brake performance only just meets requirements

undershields fitted limiting underside inspection

Pass 26 Nov 2020 113,262 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 113,262 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2019 104,045 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 104,045 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 94,559 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 83,313 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn

Pass 25 Jul 2016 72,305 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement All rear-very slight wear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 65,205 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2014 57,516 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 52,122 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Fail 30 Jul 2013 52,122 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 43,430 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 33,035 miles

front inner brake pads on 4mm

n/s/f tyre perished to shoulder on 5mm

o/s/f tyre 3mm on shoulder

rear inner brake pads on 3mm

rear washer inop

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
Full BMW 120 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YC08 DJX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YC08 DJX, 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

How do I check the history of YC08 DJX?

You can check the full history of YC08 DJX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YC08 DJX registered?

YC08 DJX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is YC08 DJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 DJX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC08 DJX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YC08 DJX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.