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YF58 KCO

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

208,736 mi
Last recorded208,736 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF58 KCO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 208,736 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2025 189,308 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2025 189,277 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 164,994 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2024 164,989 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect n/s o/s (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 161,818 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 143,473 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 122,634 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 92,513 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 88,452 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

exhaust system loose

Fail 10 Nov 2017 88,374 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

exhaust system loose

Pass 8 Nov 2016 83,443 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 72,226 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 54,811 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 34,945 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 28,817 miles

ALL TYRES LOW ON TREAD.

Pass 6 Dec 2011 22,712 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 KCO is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KCO, 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 KCO registered?

YF58 KCO is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 11 December 2008.

Is YF58 KCO safe to buy?

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