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862 YPG

2008 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,435 mi
Last recorded104,435 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration862 YPG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 16 Dec 2024 104,435 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 100,220 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 95,090 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 91,120 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 87,948 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 81,283 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 76,431 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 70,158 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 64,599 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 62,225 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

under tray fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2015 56,705 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 50,222 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 43,991 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 40,562 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 39,449 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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862 YPG is a 2008 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 862 YPG, 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 862 YPG registered?

862 YPG is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 15 September 2008.

Is 862 YPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 862 YPG shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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