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YK08 MHL

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

78,454 mi
Last recorded78,454 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 MHL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 78,454 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 75,014 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 70,759 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 69,096 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 66,409 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 62,074 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 56,611 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 51,227 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 46,136 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 44,803 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 42,746 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jul 2014 39,193 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2013 29,111 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 18,197 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 11,845 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 11,845 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 MHL is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MHL, 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 MHL registered?

YK08 MHL is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 20 June 2008.

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The MOT history for YK08 MHL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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