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AO05 JEN

2008 BMW 125

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

59,446 mi
Last recorded59,446 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 JEN
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 59,446 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 56,315 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Apr 2025 56,315 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 53,980 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2023 48,711 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 48,457 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 48,176 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 46,210 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 45,557 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 45,110 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 41,459 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 36,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2015 36,796 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 34,989 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 30,551 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)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 29,134 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 28,131 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 125?

Based on 59,027 MOT tests across 5,126 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
6,168
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
5,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 378
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 374
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 204
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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AO05 JEN is a 2008 BMW 125 in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 BMW 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 60,205 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO05 JEN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO05 JEN registered?

AO05 JEN is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 13 August 2008.

Is AO05 JEN safe to buy?

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