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YH08 ZFM

2008 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

85,857 mi
Last recorded85,857 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 ZFM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2021 85,857 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 83,421 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2019 78,781 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 78,730 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2018 74,706 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 69,606 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 64,804 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 58,851 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 51,612 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2013 41,813 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 32,053 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 23,133 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 ZFM is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 ZFM, 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 ZFM registered?

YH08 ZFM is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is YH08 ZFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH08 ZFM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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