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YK58 SKV

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

122,540 mi
Last recorded122,540 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2020 122,540 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 94,212 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 12 Oct 2016 76,433 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Oct 2016 76,433 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Electrical wiring insecure brake pad wear indicator,cable tied to upper tie rod arm. (1.9.2a)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 48,377 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 39,828 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 33,523 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 26,483 miles

nearside front tyre worn smooth on outer edge

offside front tyre worn smooth on outer edge

Pass 18 Aug 2011 19,655 miles

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

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 SKV is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SKV, 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 SKV registered?

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

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The MOT history for YK58 SKV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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