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YC58 XPA

2008 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,070 mi
Last recorded108,070 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 XPA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 108,070 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 107,793 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 105,979 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 100,161 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underneath vehicle

winter tyres fitted to front wheels

Pass 4 Oct 2019 92,111 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 82,373 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 71,517 miles

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

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 front tyres scrubbed on outer edges

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 5 Jul 2017 71,516 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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 front tyres scrubbed on outer edges

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2016 66,012 miles

Child seats fitted

Engine covers, Sill covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 21 Jul 2015 60,699 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 55,309 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jul 2014 55,309 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2013 49,689 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 40,356 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 26,910 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

wider wheels fitted to front and narrower wheels fitted to rear

Pass 21 Oct 2011 26,910 miles

wider wheels fitted to front and narrower wheels fitted to rear

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 XPA is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol 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 XPA, 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 XPA registered?

YC58 XPA is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 18 November 2008.

Is YC58 XPA safe to buy?

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