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BU08 XAW

2008 BMW 123

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

169,892 mi
Last recorded169,892 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 XAW
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 169,892 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 169,603 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower hub carrier bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower hub carrier bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2022 169,600 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower hub carrier bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower hub carrier bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 169,198 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 168,738 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 162,582 miles

vehicle specific under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 7 Jan 2019 157,476 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 148,801 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 141,153 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 130,929 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 122,585 miles

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 10 Dec 2013 114,331 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 107,020 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 95,051 miles

both front tyres wearing heavily on inner edgfes

no emissions detected

Pass 11 Mar 2011 64,355 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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BU08 XAW is a 2008 BMW 123 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BU08 XAW, 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 BU08 XAW registered?

BU08 XAW is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is BU08 XAW safe to buy?

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