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YK08 MMV

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

43,161 mi
Last recorded43,161 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 43,161 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 32,677 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 30,523 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 28,627 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 28,627 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 28,058 miles

Nearside Front condensation in head lamp

Pass 11 Dec 2020 27,695 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 27,239 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 26,683 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 26,091 miles

Under-trays fitted.

Pass 20 Jun 2016 24,999 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Jun 2015 24,418 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 23,577 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 22,250 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2012 19,257 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 16,103 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 MMV is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey 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 MMV, 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 MMV registered?

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

Is YK08 MMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 MMV 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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