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YH08 ZDL

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

107,316 mi
Last recorded107,316 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 ZDL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 107,316 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 21 Aug 2025 107,316 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 104,022 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 97,814 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Centre section starting to crack (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 90,925 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 81,261 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 70,438 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 70,438 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 64,659 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 57,739 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 52,343 miles

Both fron brake discs worn

Both rear brake discs worn

Pass 8 Sep 2016 47,454 miles

Both front brake discs worn

Pass 25 Aug 2015 41,494 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 34,041 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 27,835 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 22,631 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 17,286 miles

Emissions clear

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 16 Mar 2011 9,965 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 ZDL is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ZDL, 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 ZDL registered?

YH08 ZDL is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is YH08 ZDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH08 ZDL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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