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YC58 YKP

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

151,320 mi
Last recorded151,320 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 151,320 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2019 151,320 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure hangar missing (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2018 143,767 miles

all 4 tyres are low

osf shocker weeping

rear pads low

Pass 23 Aug 2017 130,121 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 115,261 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 102,059 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 87,628 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 67,857 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 40,521 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 16,251 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 16,251 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 YKP is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YKP, 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 YKP registered?

YC58 YKP is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 10 December 2008.

Is YC58 YKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC58 YKP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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