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GL08 UYJ

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

155,513 mi
Last recorded155,513 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 UYJ
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 155,513 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 146,202 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sill covers/undertray fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2018 138,598 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 130,104 miles

washers frozen

Fail 24 Nov 2017 130,097 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

washers frozen

Pass 20 Oct 2016 122,762 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front wearing on outer edge

Pass 30 Apr 2015 113,700 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2014 105,405 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 91,616 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 70,352 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 40,278 miles

Offside Outer Front 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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GL08 UYJ is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GL08 UYJ, 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 GL08 UYJ registered?

GL08 UYJ is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is GL08 UYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 UYJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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