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CA08 XFH

2008 BMW 123

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,775 mi
Last recorded71,775 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 XFH
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 71,775 miles

Offside Front DRIVERS DOOR HANDLE MECHANISM NOT OPERATING AS INTENDED

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 66,326 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 66,325 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 61,878 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 58,363 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 53,985 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 49,537 miles

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

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rear propshaft rubber coupling just starting to split (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 42,271 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 38,159 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 32,368 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 22,729 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 16,794 miles

Both front tyres slightly wearing outer edges.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 9,285 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 9,227 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 8,187 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 7,604 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 5,783 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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CA08 XFH is a 2008 BMW 123 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 CA08 XFH, 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 CA08 XFH registered?

CA08 XFH is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is CA08 XFH safe to buy?

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