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YGZ 1812

2008 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,112 mi
Last recorded32,112 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGZ 1812
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2023 32,112 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 30,608 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 30,608 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2021 25,349 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 25,170 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 24,358 miles

Nearside Front tyre wear on edge of tread area

Pass 2 Aug 2017 24,033 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 22,104 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 20,504 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 18,471 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 18,471 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 16,229 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 14,346 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 14,346 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 12,650 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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YGZ 1812 is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YGZ 1812, 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 YGZ 1812 registered?

YGZ 1812 is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is YGZ 1812 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGZ 1812 shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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