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YG58 PTZ

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

136,284 mi
Last recorded136,284 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG58 PTZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2023 136,284 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Jan 2023 136,270 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 128,692 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2020 124,345 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 122,517 miles

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

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2017 119,015 miles

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 8 Jun 2017 119,010 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 13 May 2016 116,960 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 110,191 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 103,982 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 96,173 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 85,752 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 85,752 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 62,055 miles

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

Offside 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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YG58 PTZ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YG58 PTZ, 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 YG58 PTZ registered?

YG58 PTZ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is YG58 PTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG58 PTZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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