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EN08 YBR

2008 BMW 123

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

126,579 mi
Last recorded126,579 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN08 YBR
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 126,579 miles

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

dpf as 2 bolts missing

Fail 12 Dec 2020 126,502 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

dpf as 2 bolts missing

Pass 7 Aug 2019 115,313 miles

Covers and Under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 31 Jul 2018 95,427 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2018 95,427 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 78,988 miles

Covers and Under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 65,270 miles

small stone chip on windscreen

Pass 7 Jun 2016 64,191 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 60,283 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 55,354 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 52,393 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 40,471 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 29,822 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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EN08 YBR is a 2008 BMW 123 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EN08 YBR, 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 EN08 YBR registered?

EN08 YBR is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is EN08 YBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN08 YBR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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