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EK08 FAA

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,011 mi
Last recorded76,011 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 FAA
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2022 76,011 miles

under trays and covers fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 6 Feb 2021 56,386 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 49,499 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 49,463 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 45,731 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 31,977 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 18,748 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 10,879 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 9,306 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 6,871 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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EK08 FAA is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 EK08 FAA, 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 EK08 FAA registered?

EK08 FAA is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is EK08 FAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 FAA shows 10 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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