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FP08 ZXA

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

158,285 mi
Last recorded158,285 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 ZXA
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 158,285 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 158,281 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2019 148,164 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 139,707 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 131,315 miles

Plastic under trays fitted

tpms light on

Pass 2 Mar 2016 124,138 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 121,348 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 113,742 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)

Fail 27 Feb 2014 113,742 miles

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

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)

Pass 6 May 2013 94,862 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2012 72,360 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 53,686 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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FP08 ZXA is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FP08 ZXA, 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 FP08 ZXA registered?

FP08 ZXA is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is FP08 ZXA safe to buy?

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