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YK08 GWG

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

123,110 mi
Last recorded123,110 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 GWG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 123,110 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2025 123,110 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 117,141 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2023 107,549 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All 4 rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 92,106 miles

Offside Front Inner Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 83,108 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 73,673 miles

Inner Tyre worn on inner edge (all)

Pass 7 Nov 2019 65,826 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 55,159 miles

engine cover,under trays fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2017 41,436 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 33,477 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 29,518 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 25,016 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 20,029 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 15,372 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 11,860 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 9,003 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 GWG 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 94.1%.

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 GWG, 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 GWG registered?

YK08 GWG is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is YK08 GWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 GWG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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