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YH08 XRX

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,665 mi
Last recorded103,665 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 XRX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 103,665 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 103,665 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 86,392 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Reverse light inoperative

Fail 1 Apr 2019 86,392 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Reverse light inoperative

Pass 4 Apr 2018 78,647 miles

Front Exhaust clamp snapped

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 Mar 2017 70,359 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Mar 2016 62,751 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 53,856 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2014 47,245 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2013 40,077 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2012 27,218 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 17,154 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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YH08 XRX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YH08 XRX, 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 YH08 XRX registered?

YH08 XRX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is YH08 XRX safe to buy?

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