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YL57 CUJ

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

132,186 mi
Last recorded132,186 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 CUJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2019 132,186 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 121,670 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 115,423 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Dec 2016 115,423 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 99,133 miles

Nearside Front jacking point rubber missing

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 21 Dec 2015 99,133 miles

Nearside Front jacking point rubber missing

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 82,324 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 61,485 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 51,504 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2012 40,611 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 30,662 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 CUJ is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red 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 YL57 CUJ, 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 CUJ registered?

YL57 CUJ is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is YL57 CUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 CUJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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