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YL57 EGX

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

141,925 mi
Last recorded141,925 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 141,925 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 137,872 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear outer (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 131,228 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 123,084 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 116,281 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre unrepairable ()

Pass 31 Oct 2020 107,299 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 98,132 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2018 88,891 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 88,891 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2017 85,775 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 78,591 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2015 70,024 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 60,653 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 49,579 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 40,572 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 31,692 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 23,643 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Emissions levels too low to register on the gas analyser

boot liner trim fitted preventing a full inspection of the rear suspension upper mounts

engine undertray fitted

front and rear brake discs wearing slightly

plastic engine covers fitted preventing a full inspection of the under bonnet fuel and brake lines

plastic outer sill covers fitted

plastic undertrays fitted over the majority of the vehicle underside preventing a full inspection of the front to rear fuel and brake lines

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 EGX is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EGX, 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 EGX?

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What year was YL57 EGX registered?

YL57 EGX is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 5 February 2008.

Is YL57 EGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 EGX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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