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YX08 ZGK

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,941 mi
Last recorded112,941 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 ZGK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 112,941 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Front fog lamp switch not able to be operated from the normal driving position (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2018 112,935 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Front fog lamp switch not able to be operated from the normal driving position (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 106,741 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 99,946 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 99,659 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 88,414 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear diff leaking oil

Fail 3 Sep 2014 88,414 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear diff leaking oil

Pass 28 Aug 2013 74,497 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 64,125 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 31 Aug 2012 64,125 miles

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 50,880 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)

advise both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 8 Mar 2011 41,739 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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YX08 ZGK 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 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YX08 ZGK, 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.

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What year was YX08 ZGK registered?

YX08 ZGK is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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