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AC08 YTV

2008 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

124,204 mi
Last recorded124,204 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 YTV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 124,204 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Inside bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Inside bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output Both (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 114,718 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 107,263 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Feb 2016 107,260 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 98,362 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jan 2014 85,326 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

no smoke

Pass 2 Feb 2013 71,556 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2012 61,312 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 52,869 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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AC08 YTV is a 2008 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AC08 YTV, 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 AC08 YTV registered?

AC08 YTV is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 10 May 2008.

Is AC08 YTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 YTV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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