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YD08 ZYO

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

160,153 mi
Last recorded160,153 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 ZYO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2024 160,153 miles

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

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

Rear diff leaK

Pass 11 Jul 2023 130,779 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 123,578 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 112,394 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n\s and o/s lower front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 106,059 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 101,997 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 96,478 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 91,627 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 86,351 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 77,098 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jun 2014 64,164 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 53,213 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 33,757 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 33,757 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 24,136 miles

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

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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YD08 ZYO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YD08 ZYO, 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 YD08 ZYO registered?

YD08 ZYO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YD08 ZYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 ZYO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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