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YL57 CZT

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

93,876 mi
Last recorded93,876 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 CZT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 93,876 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 89,775 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 84,688 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 79,371 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 71,761 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 60,793 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 5 Sep 2013 52,036 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 46,169 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jul 2012 43,317 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 30,015 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 24,406 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 24,400 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn on outer edge and on limit

nearside rear tyre on limit

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 CZT is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CZT, 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 CZT registered?

YL57 CZT is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 1 February 2008.

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The MOT history for YL57 CZT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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