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YC58 FML

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

181,721 mi
Last recorded181,721 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 FML
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 181,721 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 166,410 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 153,834 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Flexi hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 123,270 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 112,851 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 107,267 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 99,934 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 94,252 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 86,571 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 80,430 miles

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

rear brakes corroded and worn , recommend replacement

Pass 10 Nov 2015 72,101 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 64,303 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 57,266 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 57,263 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 46,350 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 32,315 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 FML is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver 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 FML, 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 FML registered?

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

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