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YF08 MXU

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,944 mi
Last recorded118,944 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 MXU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 118,944 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 113,191 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 111,865 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 109,846 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2019 106,671 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 104,804 miles

Underbody covers fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2017 97,940 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 96,549 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2017 96,549 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 87,859 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 80,588 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2014 72,092 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 65,212 miles

off side rear seat belt not cheched due to child seat fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2012 53,131 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 43,311 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2011 43,311 miles

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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YF08 MXU 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 87.5%.

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 YF08 MXU, 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 YF08 MXU registered?

YF08 MXU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is YF08 MXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF08 MXU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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