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BP57 VOU

2008 BMW 123

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

113,309 mi
Last recorded113,309 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 VOU
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2016 113,309 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2016 113,309 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 96,291 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 82,743 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 68,608 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 56,621 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 42,401 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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BP57 VOU is a 2008 BMW 123 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BP57 VOU, 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 BP57 VOU registered?

BP57 VOU is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is BP57 VOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP57 VOU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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