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YF58 JXR

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

118,642 mi
Last recorded118,642 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF58 JXR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 118,642 miles

Areas of corrosion to the underside.

Pass 9 Dec 2024 110,779 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 102,043 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 96,322 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 90,836 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 13 Dec 2021 90,836 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 84,406 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 79,890 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 72,849 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 64,981 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 55,150 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 50,776 miles

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

both front tyres worn on edges

both rear tyres worn on edges

offside front tyre sidewall scuffed (no visible ply/cords)

rear brake pads worn close to limit

Pass 28 Mar 2014 39,548 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 31,662 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 24,507 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 11,921 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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YF58 JXR is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YF58 JXR, 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 YF58 JXR registered?

YF58 JXR is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 16 December 2008.

Is YF58 JXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF58 JXR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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