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YK08 LVN

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

128,603 mi
Last recorded128,603 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 128,603 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 124,846 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 118,602 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 109,557 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 105,449 miles

Nearside front brake flexi hose slightly deteriorated.

Offside front brake flexi hose slightly deteriorated.

Fail 5 Mar 2021 105,448 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside front brake flexi hose slightly deteriorated.

Offside front brake flexi hose slightly deteriorated.

Pass 17 Feb 2020 103,510 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 100,094 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2018 93,971 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 84,992 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 77,091 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jan 2016 77,091 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 58,338 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 61,319 miles

slight bind in both rear wheels

Pass 19 Jun 2013 42,974 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 19 Jun 2012 29,336 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 18,123 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 LVN 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 88.2%.

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 LVN, 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

How do I check the history of YK08 LVN?

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What year was YK08 LVN registered?

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

Is YK08 LVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 LVN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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