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YD58 EXT

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,956 mi
Last recorded109,956 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD58 EXT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 109,956 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2021 105,260 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 99,620 miles

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

Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2020 99,620 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 96,480 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 96,480 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and offside rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2018 78,708 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 71,245 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 71,244 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/40/18 rf (4.1.E.1)

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (2.7.3)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 67,753 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

engine cover fitted

sill covers fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2015 57,314 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 57,314 miles

Nearside Rear Brake stationary pin locking device missing Caliper retaining spring (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Puncture close to sidewall

Pass 15 Sep 2014 51,692 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Sep 2013 42,979 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2012 34,270 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 26,877 miles

front tyres wearing on both edges

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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YD58 EXT is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black 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 YD58 EXT, 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 YD58 EXT registered?

YD58 EXT is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is YD58 EXT safe to buy?

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