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YH58 ZWU

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

145,304 mi
Last recorded145,304 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH58 ZWU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2025 145,304 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All four rear hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2025 145,302 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All four rear hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 139,777 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 127,217 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

UNDER SEALED BLACK

Pass 21 Dec 2021 115,673 miles

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords splitting on inner sidewall advise renew (5.2.3 (d) (i))

oil leak

Fail 21 Dec 2021 115,673 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords splitting on inner sidewall advise renew (5.2.3 (d) (i))

oil leak

Pass 4 Jan 2021 108,539 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2019 102,476 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 95,086 miles

Emissions not detected.

Vehicle under trays fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2017 88,358 miles

Nearside Front slight cuts in outer wall

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

emissions undetected peak

full undercovers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 2 Dec 2016 81,876 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 75,005 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 64,359 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 53,265 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 39,474 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 26,599 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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YH58 ZWU is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ZWU, 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 ZWU registered?

YH58 ZWU is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 23 October 2008.

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