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YC08 MGX

2008 BMW 130

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

88,979 mi
Last recorded88,979 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 13078,027 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 MGX
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 88,979 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2024 88,619 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2022 88,316 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 87,955 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 86,706 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 83,225 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 81,928 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 66,710 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2017 66,705 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 42,306 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 32,996 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 28,815 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

minor damage wheel rims.

offside rear tyre worn close to the wear bars.

Pass 16 Jul 2012 24,877 miles

Both rear tyre's low(3mm) and also starting to crack/perish.

Pass 19 Jul 2011 20,489 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 17,707 miles

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

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 MGX is a 2008 BMW 130 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MGX, 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 MGX registered?

YC08 MGX is a 2008 BMW 130, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is YC08 MGX safe to buy?

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