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YL57 CNF

2008 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

132,773 mi
Last recorded132,773 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 CNF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 132,773 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 123,789 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2024 123,786 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2024 122,980 miles

Coil spring corroded nearside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre slightly wearing on inner edge

Offside registration lamp bulb dim

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources nearside (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 121,298 miles

Coil spring corroded Nearside Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 119,251 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 117,549 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 115,376 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2020 115,376 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 108,489 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 108,429 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 101,641 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2017 95,768 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 89,483 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 83,938 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 70,166 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 53,471 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 37,018 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 20,222 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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YL57 CNF 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 84.2%.

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 YL57 CNF, 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 YL57 CNF registered?

YL57 CNF is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is YL57 CNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 CNF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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