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YH08 ZLK

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,459 mi
Last recorded120,459 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 ZLK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 120,459 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 4 Aug 2023 120,459 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 104,751 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Aug 2022 104,751 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 99,772 miles

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

both front tyres worn on edges and slight cracking

Fail 16 Jul 2021 99,772 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16/91V (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

both front tyres worn on edges and slight cracking

Pass 6 Aug 2020 91,313 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 84,872 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 81,164 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 76,901 miles

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

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

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2016 71,740 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 58,419 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 55,648 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 45,171 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 33,149 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 20,883 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 13,370 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 12,834 miles

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

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

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 ZLK is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 ZLK, 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 ZLK registered?

YH08 ZLK is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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