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DN08 RUU

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

180,118 mi
Last recorded180,118 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 RUU
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2019 180,118 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2018 174,396 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exhaust bin modified

Fail 3 Jan 2018 174,396 miles

Fuel pipe leaking filter (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exhaust bin modified

Pass 2 Dec 2016 163,675 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 137,585 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 137,444 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 111,885 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 110,655 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 107,454 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 105,656 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 96,084 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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DN08 RUU is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DN08 RUU, 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 DN08 RUU registered?

DN08 RUU is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is DN08 RUU safe to buy?

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