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AC08 CAZ

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

118,049 mi
Last recorded118,049 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 CAZ
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 118,049 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 115,986 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 113,454 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 111,612 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 108,789 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Jan 2021 105,082 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 105,082 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 103,737 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 98,548 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 95,839 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 94,735 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (3.6.B.4d)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil o/s and n/s (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Nov 2016 91,383 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil o/s and n/s (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 87,869 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 83,545 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 72,942 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edge

offside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 12 Dec 2012 61,636 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 52,809 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 49,917 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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AC08 CAZ is a 2008 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2008 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 86,089 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC08 CAZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 123 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC08 CAZ registered?

AC08 CAZ is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 15 October 2008.

Is AC08 CAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 CAZ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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