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YF58 LUE

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

171,713 mi
Last recorded171,713 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 171,713 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 165,365 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 159,559 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2024 159,559 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 151,969 miles

crack in front number plate

Fail 5 Dec 2022 151,889 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

crack in front number plate

Pass 16 Dec 2021 143,050 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 134,498 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 124,236 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))

Fail 18 Sep 2019 124,235 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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))

Rear Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

brake warning light on

Pass 29 Sep 2018 115,948 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Sep 2018 115,948 miles

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected both HID kits (4.11 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced both sides (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible after market HID kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn middle arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 112,999 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs showing age corrosion and scoring. (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 98,237 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 96,815 miles

both rear shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

exhaust emissions are to clean to test

n/s/r upper suspension arm has play in rubber bush

rear brake discs corroded and also pitted

rear brake pads are getting very low

Pass 25 Jul 2014 86,204 miles

NSR tyre inner sidewall damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2013 72,643 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2012 54,533 miles

rear tyres wearing on edges

rearbox exhaust mounting plate cracked

Pass 13 Dec 2011 43,660 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 LUE is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LUE, 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 LUE registered?

YF58 LUE is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 15 December 2008.

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