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YK08 LGG

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

187,525 mi
Last recorded187,525 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 LGG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 187,525 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front headlamp has a build up condensation, does not effect its pattern

Fail 30 Apr 2018 187,524 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front headlamp has a build up condensation, does not effect its pattern

Pass 25 Mar 2017 164,384 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both nearside and offside fronts (cracking) no cords visible (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front headlamp has a slight build up of condensation

Rear exhaust bracket is deteriorated, system is fully supported

winter tyres fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2016 122,244 miles

Centre exhaust clamp broken

Heavy oil leak from engine

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

Fail 18 Mar 2016 122,244 miles

Centre exhaust clamp broken

Heavy oil leak from engine

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 89,304 miles

exhaust bracket cracked

Pass 31 Mar 2014 64,278 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 56,506 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 31,043 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 31,911 miles

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

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 LGG is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 LGG, 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 LGG registered?

YK08 LGG is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 29 July 2008.

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