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YK08 MYV

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

154,785 mi
Last recorded154,785 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2023 154,785 miles

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

Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2023 154,785 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 146,401 miles

both rear tyres 3mm

oil leak

Pass 13 Oct 2021 139,136 miles

rear subframe corroded

Pass 9 Oct 2020 130,692 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 130,692 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2019 125,392 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 125,392 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 118,909 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 113,218 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 106,014 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 86,900 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 86,899 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

o/s/f/ brake lazy

Pass 15 Jul 2014 70,733 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 65,174 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 50,132 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 36,745 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 20,335 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 MYV is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 MYV, 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 MYV?

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What year was YK08 MYV registered?

YK08 MYV is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is YK08 MYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 MYV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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