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DY08 UWR

2008 BMW 123

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,352 mi
Last recorded62,352 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 UWR
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2026 62,352 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system light on

Pass 7 Feb 2025 60,923 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 59,309 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 57,446 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2022 56,567 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on edge 205 50rf17

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2021 54,558 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 52,901 miles

sill & engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of those areas

Pass 21 Feb 2019 49,795 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2018 46,185 miles

Engine bay covers and under body guards fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 43,595 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2016 38,805 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 33,372 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 28,922 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 24,570 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 19,539 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 14,312 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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DY08 UWR is a 2008 BMW 123 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DY08 UWR, 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 DY08 UWR registered?

DY08 UWR is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is DY08 UWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 UWR shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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