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YG58 SDU

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,862 mi
Last recorded114,862 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG58 SDU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 114,862 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 105,039 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 97,557 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 90,930 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 89,051 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 88,023 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2020 86,290 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 82,328 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 78,263 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 72,116 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

handbrake has excessive reserve travel

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Sep 2016 66,031 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Sep 2015 57,545 miles

engine covers & undertrays fitted

handbrake has long travel

Pass 23 Sep 2014 48,161 miles

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)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 39,694 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)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 31,247 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 24,325 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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YG58 SDU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SDU, 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 SDU registered?

YG58 SDU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 4 October 2008.

Is YG58 SDU safe to buy?

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