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AU08 XZC

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

96,777 mi
Last recorded96,777 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 XZC
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2016 96,777 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2016 96,777 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 87,491 miles

Nearside Front Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 26 Nov 2015 87,491 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 77,750 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 69,092 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 60,234 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 115,927 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 90,695 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2011 90,275 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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AU08 XZC is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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

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 AU08 XZC, 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 AU08 XZC registered?

AU08 XZC is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is AU08 XZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 XZC shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AU08 XZC have outstanding finance?

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