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GJ08 DKE

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

140,246 mi
Last recorded140,246 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 DKE
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 140,246 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 135,053 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 127,021 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2017 116,896 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 108,963 miles

o/s/f tyre heavily worn on edges

oil leak

Pass 26 Jan 2016 100,300 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2015 89,678 miles

EML light on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front discs corroding

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2014 84,149 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 80,653 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 80,649 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

off side front tyre worn on edge near side front tyre worn on edge

Pass 12 May 2012 72,923 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 63,252 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 62,664 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)

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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GJ08 DKE is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GJ08 DKE, 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 GJ08 DKE registered?

GJ08 DKE is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is GJ08 DKE safe to buy?

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