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YH58 VME

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

114,851 mi
Last recorded114,851 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH58 VME
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 114,851 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively all (1.2.1 (e))

stone chip

Pass 7 Nov 2024 111,990 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 107,543 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 107,543 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 100,893 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both osf/nsf (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front wing damaged

Pass 5 Nov 2021 96,331 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 87,348 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 79,807 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 65,353 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 55,005 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 55,005 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 43,165 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 38,099 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 34,292 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 20 Nov 2013 30,393 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 23,507 miles

both rear tyres starting to get low

front discs slightly worn

Pass 30 Sep 2011 15,358 miles

MICHELIN PILOT PRIMACY 205/55/R16 (91V)

Nearside and offside front tyres wearing low from outer edges

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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YH58 VME is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YH58 VME, 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.

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What year was YH58 VME registered?

YH58 VME is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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