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YK58 SZN

2008 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

91,111 mi
Last recorded91,111 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK58 SZN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 91,111 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 82,703 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 75,737 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 68,844 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 62,096 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Oct 2021 62,096 miles

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 57,981 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 54,193 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 45,787 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 39,257 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 35,609 miles

under shields fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2015 30,676 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 26,335 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions to clean too test

Pass 4 Sep 2013 22,120 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 17,030 miles

front tyres worn on edges

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Sep 2011 12,656 miles

emissions to clean to test

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 SZN is a 2008 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SZN, 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 YK58 SZN?

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What year was YK58 SZN registered?

YK58 SZN is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 3 September 2008.

Is YK58 SZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK58 SZN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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