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YK58 LFT

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

111,311 mi
Last recorded111,311 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK58 LFT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 111,311 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Front and rear brake hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Dust cover Phrasing (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

oil leaking

surface corrosion

undertray fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2024 102,324 miles

Covers and Shields fitted

Drivers seat does not fold

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50R17 Tyre on legal limit, advised to replace (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50R17 Tyre close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under vehicle components covered in mud not allowing full inspection

Fail 17 Feb 2024 102,243 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Covers and Shields fitted

Drivers seat does not fold

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Handbrake light on dash

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50R17 Tyre on legal limit, advised to replace (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50R17 Tyre close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under vehicle components covered in mud not allowing full inspection

Pass 20 Feb 2023 91,704 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Feb 2023 91,704 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 79,199 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 77,348 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 74,671 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 74,671 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 74,096 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 72,513 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 69,638 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 65,749 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 59,729 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2015 59,729 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

off side rear top suspension arm very slight play in bushes

Pass 25 Jan 2014 48,889 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 38,104 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 28,049 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 19,987 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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YK58 LFT is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YK58 LFT, 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 YK58 LFT registered?

YK58 LFT is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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