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HC08 BBZ

2008 BMW 123

Silver Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

92,663 mi
Last recorded92,663 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC08 BBZ
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 92,663 miles

Factory fitted under Trays. Obscuring some items.

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 90,246 miles

Factory fitted under trays. Obscuring some items.

Pass 14 Sep 2023 85,363 miles

Factory fitted undertray, Obscuring some items.

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 80,025 miles

Factory fitted undertrays Obscuring some items.

Nearside Non Obligatory mirror Cracked.

Fail 13 Sep 2022 80,023 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cords exposed. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Factory fitted undertrays Obscuring some items.

Nearside Non Obligatory mirror Cracked.

Pass 22 Sep 2021 72,984 miles

Factory Fitted Under Trays, Obscuring Some Items.

Pass 16 Sep 2020 68,778 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 64,372 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/R Tyre 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/R Tyre 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 58,083 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 51,417 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 45,105 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 37,608 miles

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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HC08 BBZ is a 2008 BMW 123 in Silver with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HC08 BBZ, 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 HC08 BBZ registered?

HC08 BBZ is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is HC08 BBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HC08 BBZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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