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E2 PJL

2008 BMW 125

Red Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

59,017 mi
Last recorded59,017 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE2 PJL
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 59,017 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2024 57,194 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 55,338 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 55,338 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 54,497 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 52,156 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 51,193 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 48,042 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge of tread and perishing

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

Offside Rear tyre nearly has cords exposed on inner edge of tread

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 44,414 miles

Nearside Front tyre starting to wear on the inner edge and slightly perishing

Nearside Rear tyre starting to wear on the inner edge

Pass 31 Aug 2017 40,013 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 35,189 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 29,572 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 23,073 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 16,787 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2012 14,370 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 10,343 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)

How Reliable is the BMW 125?

Based on 59,027 MOT tests across 5,126 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
6,168
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
5,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 378
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 374
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 204
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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E2 PJL is a 2008 BMW 125 in Red with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 BMW 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 60,205 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E2 PJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E2 PJL registered?

E2 PJL is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 15 December 2008.

Is E2 PJL safe to buy?

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