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FA08 NWS

2008 BMW 125

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

73,518 mi
Last recorded73,518 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA08 NWS
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 73,518 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 72,518 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly loose rear view mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 72,386 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 69,692 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 68,217 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 66,329 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 20 Dec 2019 62,813 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 55,135 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Under trays and floor covers fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 21 Feb 2018 54,752 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 52,037 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 49,624 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 46,102 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 39,772 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2014 39,771 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 14,278 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 13,697 miles

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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FA08 NWS is a 2008 BMW 125 in Grey 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 FA08 NWS, 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 FA08 NWS registered?

FA08 NWS is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is FA08 NWS safe to buy?

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