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GF08 SAR

2008 BMW 125

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

89,204 mi
Last recorded89,204 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 SAR
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 89,204 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 81,845 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 81,672 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 66,092 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear brake slight binding

Fail 3 Jun 2014 54,093 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 54,093 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 45,098 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 36,917 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 28,286 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 28,286 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 28,061 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 SAR is a 2008 BMW 125 in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SAR, 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 GF08 SAR registered?

GF08 SAR is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is GF08 SAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 SAR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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