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YK08 GUA

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,007 mi
Last recorded100,007 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 GUA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2022 100,007 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 96,731 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 86,930 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 80,995 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))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 74,171 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 73,571 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 67,816 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 60,444 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 55,117 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2013 44,766 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 34,646 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 23,763 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 18,355 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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YK08 GUA is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YK08 GUA, 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 YK08 GUA registered?

YK08 GUA is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YK08 GUA safe to buy?

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