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YK08 GWN

2008 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,131 mi
Last recorded136,131 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 GWN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 136,131 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 124,492 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 108,686 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 95,356 miles

Both front brake flexi hoses starting to wear

Both front tyres wearing low

Fail 30 Jun 2018 95,278 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Both front brake flexi hoses starting to wear

Both front tyres wearing low

Pass 19 Jun 2017 90,155 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

under tray fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2016 84,887 miles

emmisions to clean to test

under tray fitted

Pass 1 May 2015 75,460 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak rear differential.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 May 2015 75,460 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak rear differential.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2014 66,653 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre devoid of tread on outer edge

Pass 3 May 2013 53,286 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 49,199 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Nov 2011 41,081 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 34,185 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 34,114 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front bumper insecure

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 GWN is a 2008 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GWN, 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 GWN registered?

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

Is YK08 GWN safe to buy?

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