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DS08 RXT

2008 BMW 123

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

133,585 mi
Last recorded133,585 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 RXT
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 133,585 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2026 133,577 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2025 105,296 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 102,753 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 99,138 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 95,977 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 93,575 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2021 93,565 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2019 89,211 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 85,116 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 85,116 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 81,218 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 76,821 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 70,138 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 70,138 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 64,876 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 1 Jul 2013 55,864 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 41,194 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 27,826 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 27,746 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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DS08 RXT is a 2008 BMW 123 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DS08 RXT, 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 DS08 RXT registered?

DS08 RXT is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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