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YC58 YTY

2008 BMW 125

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

151,199 mi
Last recorded151,199 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 YTY
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 151,199 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 145,325 miles

Front Position lights yellow combined with yellow headlights

Pass 18 Sep 2020 135,004 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 128,469 miles

plastic under trays fitted

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 113,454 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside + offside front slightly cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 95,301 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s o/s front slightly cracking (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s o/s front + o/s rear (3.6.B.2c)

various minor chips/cracks to wndscreen

Pass 15 Sep 2016 79,968 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 79,968 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 75,307 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 68,203 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 62,641 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 51,773 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 36,239 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

How Reliable is the BMW 125?

Based on 59,027 MOT tests across 5,126 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
6,168
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
5,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 378
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 374
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 204
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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YC58 YTY is a 2008 BMW 125 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 BMW 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 60,205 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC58 YTY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC58 YTY registered?

YC58 YTY is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 9 December 2008.

Is YC58 YTY safe to buy?

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