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GF08 RSY

2008 BMW 125

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

80,774 mi
Last recorded80,774 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 RSY
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 80,774 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Jun 2025 79,457 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 13 Jun 2024 77,506 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 25 May 2023 75,604 miles

Undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 24 May 2022 74,282 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 72,017 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 70,053 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 70,042 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 66,998 miles

Nearside Front small age cracks in tread

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front small age cracks in tread

Offside Rear small age cracks in tread

Pass 24 Jul 2017 65,207 miles

Front tyres starting to crack in treads

Nearside Front Outer tyre edge,slight wear

Nearside Rear Outer tyre sidewall damaged,no cords visible

Offside Rear Outer tyre sidewall damaged,no cords visible

Pass 14 Jul 2016 63,007 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre cracking in treads but no cords visible

Offside Front tyre has nail in outer edge

Pass 30 Jul 2015 58,144 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 53,646 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 41,194 miles

Engine management lamp is on.

Windscreen washers supply just enough water to clear screen.

Fail 13 Jul 2013 41,157 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Engine management lamp is on.

Windscreen washers supply just enough water to clear screen.

Pass 20 Apr 2012 28,993 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 15,801 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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GF08 RSY is a 2008 BMW 125 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GF08 RSY, 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.

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What year was GF08 RSY registered?

GF08 RSY is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 5 April 2008.

Is GF08 RSY safe to buy?

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