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YK58 OTH

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

140,248 mi
Last recorded140,248 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK58 OTH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2019 140,248 miles

Offside Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 115,870 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 86,748 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 86,748 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 60,236 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust support bracket broken/insecure

Pass 17 Jul 2015 37,444 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 33,124 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 33,103 miles

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

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

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 12 Jul 2013 24,900 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 17,881 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 13,433 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 OTH is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YK58 OTH, 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 OTH registered?

YK58 OTH is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 16 September 2008.

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