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GL08 KXC

2008 BMW 125

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,721 mi
Last recorded97,721 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 KXC
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 97,721 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2025 97,721 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Due to tyre puncture (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim Due to puncture (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 90,177 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 87,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2023 87,523 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 84,444 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight seepage from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 84,444 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested dip beam not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight seepage from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 82,555 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/f o/f jacking points missing

Fail 16 Aug 2021 82,553 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/f o/f jacking points missing

Pass 1 Sep 2020 80,728 miles

Nearside Front brake flexi-hose perished

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front brake flexi-hose perished

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

intake silencer housing insecure

Fail 1 Sep 2020 80,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front brake flexi-hose perished

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front brake flexi-hose perished

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 80,703 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 72,921 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

exhaust bracket cracked

offside rear outer cv boot has been leaking grease

Pass 28 Jun 2018 65,445 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 53,079 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Jun 2016 44,456 miles

Engine cover & undertray fitted obscuring components

Pass 18 Jun 2015 34,838 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 28,785 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2013 21,020 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 14,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Jun 2011 10,443 miles

nail in n/s/f outer sidewall of tyre

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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GL08 KXC is a 2008 BMW 125 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GL08 KXC, 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 GL08 KXC registered?

GL08 KXC is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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