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YC58 PZJ

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,269 mi
Last recorded156,269 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 PZJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2023 156,269 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 147,935 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 147,926 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

DPF warning light on

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

n/s/r brake disc showing corrosion

rear subframe showing extensive corrosion

signs of extensive oil leaks

various suspension bushes showing wear/corrosion

Pass 23 Oct 2020 144,750 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 144,750 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Central Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction Objects hanging from rear view mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 141,157 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 118,208 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 94,733 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 76,843 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front brakes (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 64,336 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 58,223 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rattle heard from engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jan 2015 58,223 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rattle heard from engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2014 47,134 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 35,733 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 35,733 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 27,317 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 PZJ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PZJ, 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.

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What year was YC58 PZJ registered?

YC58 PZJ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 11 December 2008.

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