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CH52 SSS

2008 BMW 123

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,235 mi
Last recorded133,235 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCH52 SSS
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 133,235 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 132,670 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 27 Jun 2025 132,644 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2024 129,090 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 124,914 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2022 123,444 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 122,060 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 112,611 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 98,535 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 15 Feb 2018 98,531 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 90,553 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 90,552 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Diesel injector (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 81,335 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 81,335 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 75,150 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 67,936 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 65,749 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jul 2013 66,237 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 51,848 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 35,258 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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CH52 SSS is a 2008 BMW 123 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CH52 SSS, 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 CH52 SSS registered?

CH52 SSS is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is CH52 SSS safe to buy?

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