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YK58 OLB

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

138,589 mi
Last recorded138,589 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2021 138,589 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 134,681 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2020 134,680 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2019 123,859 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 114,657 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 109,412 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

edges worn on all 4 tyres

tyres starting to crack in between the tread

Fail 3 Jul 2017 109,412 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

edges worn on all 4 tyres

tyres starting to crack in between the tread

Pass 4 Oct 2016 104,159 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 96,052 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 77,675 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 55,585 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 29,387 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 23,608 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 OLB is a 2008 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OLB, 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 OLB registered?

YK58 OLB is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 26 September 2008.

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