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YC08 DKK

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

130,060 mi
Last recorded130,060 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2024 130,060 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 123,751 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 118,032 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 112,158 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))

Fail 3 Feb 2021 112,108 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))

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 1 Feb 2020 106,835 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 97,420 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 86,595 miles

Nearside outer sill slight paint damage

Offside Front tyre perished on outer tread

Pass 9 Feb 2017 80,144 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 72,169 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)

Fail 11 Feb 2016 72,169 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 65,413 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 58,414 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 50,864 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 41,731 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 41,731 miles

Offside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 32,819 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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YC08 DKK is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DKK, 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 YC08 DKK registered?

YC08 DKK is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is YC08 DKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 DKK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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