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YC58 EVF

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

184,022 mi
Last recorded184,022 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 EVF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 184,022 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 178,008 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2023 174,425 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 171,374 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 167,462 miles

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

parking brake requires adjustment

Pass 7 Dec 2020 163,294 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 158,211 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 148,859 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2017 131,194 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 110,279 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 88,433 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 65,545 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Feb 2014 65,531 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 51,729 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 48,003 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Oct 2011 35,590 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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YC58 EVF is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YC58 EVF, 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 YC58 EVF registered?

YC58 EVF is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is YC58 EVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC58 EVF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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