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GR08 ELW

2008 BMW 125

Red Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,085 mi
Last recorded35,085 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR08 ELW
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 35,085 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 28,831 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 27,610 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 27,603 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 27,569 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 27,295 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 27,295 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

n/s/f tyre stepped on inner edge

n/s/r tyre cracking between tread

o/s/f tyre stepped on inner edge

Pass 12 Sep 2014 23,583 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 19,365 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 18,701 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 15,346 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 15,346 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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GR08 ELW is a 2008 BMW 125 in Red with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GR08 ELW, 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 GR08 ELW registered?

GR08 ELW is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is GR08 ELW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR08 ELW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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