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YG08 CRJ

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

116,431 mi
Last recorded116,431 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 CRJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 116,431 miles

Hazard lights flash at an odd rate

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 110,486 miles

engine pans

zero smoke

Pass 20 Jan 2017 104,726 miles

Aftermarket headlights fitted with hid bulbs. No adjustment evident

Hazard lights do not flash steadily,insead pulse twice and pause

Pass 17 Mar 2016 100,702 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 91,854 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 91,854 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 81,693 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 81,693 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 72,957 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 64,721 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 38,799 miles

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

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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YG08 CRJ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YG08 CRJ, 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 YG08 CRJ registered?

YG08 CRJ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is YG08 CRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 CRJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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