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YL57 DLK

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

153,782 mi
Last recorded153,782 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 DLK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 153,782 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 152,036 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 148,831 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 140,929 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 21 Sep 2019 140,929 miles

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

Central Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2018 127,121 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 127,121 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 116,793 miles

front tyres bald on edges

rear tyres low on inner edges

Pass 12 Sep 2016 104,803 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 94,537 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 84,617 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 80,469 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 63,384 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 47,516 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 Feb 2011 29,714 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 DLK is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DLK, 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 YL57 DLK?

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What year was YL57 DLK registered?

YL57 DLK is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 6 February 2008.

Is YL57 DLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 DLK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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