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YC08 LGW

2008 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,422 mi
Last recorded77,422 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 LGW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 77,422 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 73,152 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2025 73,148 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 69,107 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 64,978 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 60,953 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 56,983 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 51,687 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 51,025 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 51,012 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear tyres severely perishing / cuts to cords/ low tread and distorted inner shoulders - 245/35/18 88y RFT. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres severely perishing / cracking - 215/40/18 85y RFT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 49,673 miles

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

all 4 tyres have cracks in between tread

engine cover fitted

engine management light on

undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2017 48,559 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cracks along tread canals

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre has cracks along tread canals (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre has cracks along tread canals

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre has cracks along tread canals (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 47,921 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 rear tyres cracking

Pass 22 Apr 2015 47,437 miles

rear tyres low tread

Pass 22 Apr 2014 46,551 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2014 46,529 miles

registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion on nsr inner side of disc

front discs corrosion

front tyres cracked badly intread

Pass 27 Feb 2013 38,079 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 21,329 miles

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

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 LGW is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LGW, 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 LGW registered?

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

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