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YK08 LJC

2008 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

132,154 mi
Last recorded132,154 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 LJC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 132,154 miles

undersealed

Fail 18 Jun 2019 132,154 miles

undersealed

Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 127,027 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 117,548 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2017 117,546 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 110,264 miles
Pass 24 May 2015 103,323 miles
Fail 24 May 2015 103,323 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brakes binding slightly

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

Pass 24 May 2014 86,849 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 69,620 miles
Pass 20 May 2012 52,967 miles

front brake discs and pads worn

rear washer jet blocked

Fail 20 May 2012 52,965 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

front brake discs and pads worn

rear washer jet blocked

Pass 14 Jun 2011 38,632 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 38,632 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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 LJC is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LJC, 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 LJC registered?

YK08 LJC is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 19 June 2008.

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