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CK08 NUU

2008 BMW 123

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

152,789 mi
Last recorded152,789 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 NUU
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 152,789 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 144,874 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 136,938 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 131,151 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all discs front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges wearing smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges wearing smooth (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2022 122,176 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 30 May 2022 122,176 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Headlamp aim too high Both nearside and offside front (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 118,542 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 114,304 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 114,304 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 112,346 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 110,085 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 105,775 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 100,881 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 96,158 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 92,592 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 88,382 miles

chip in screen

emissions would not register on smoke machine

Pass 17 Apr 2012 88,171 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 61,969 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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CK08 NUU is a 2008 BMW 123 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CK08 NUU, 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 CK08 NUU registered?

CK08 NUU is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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The MOT history for CK08 NUU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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