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YL57 EKA

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

152,252 mi
Last recorded152,252 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 152,252 miles

4x bolts missing from gearbox but gearbox is not loose

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

exhaust clamp missing

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 11 Jul 2024 147,249 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 140,096 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2022 135,398 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 129,177 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 127,885 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 118,782 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 112,497 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 112,487 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 103,053 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 88,750 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 77,647 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 69,684 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 55,801 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 42,327 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 37,537 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 EKA is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 EKA, 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 EKA registered?

YL57 EKA is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is YL57 EKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 EKA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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