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B8 AUJ

2008 BMW 125

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,484 mi
Last recorded144,484 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 AUJ
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 144,484 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2025 144,484 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 May 2024 138,187 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 4 May 2024 138,187 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 132,852 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 131,215 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 129,389 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Apr 2021 129,389 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 May 2020 109,266 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 95,318 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 84,688 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 71,719 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 63,862 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 52,508 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jan 2014 46,853 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 44,261 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 33,960 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 22,603 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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B8 AUJ is a 2008 BMW 125 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B8 AUJ, 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 B8 AUJ registered?

B8 AUJ is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is B8 AUJ safe to buy?

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