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HK08 RVM

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

126,190 mi
Last recorded126,190 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 RVM
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2022 126,190 miles

Rear Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2022 126,188 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2020 113,923 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2020 113,923 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 18 May 2019 103,218 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 May 2019 103,218 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 22 May 2018 88,598 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly perishing

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly perishing

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

Pass 24 May 2017 76,411 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 76,408 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/r17-89w Runflat (4.1.E.1)

N/S/F tyre wearing low on inner tread. 205/50/r17-89w Runflat

Pass 21 May 2016 71,661 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 65,087 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 57,467 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 47,768 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 38,621 miles

nail in off side rear tyre and leaking air

Pass 2 Jun 2011 27,956 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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HK08 RVM is a 2008 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HK08 RVM, 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.

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What year was HK08 RVM registered?

HK08 RVM is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 11 June 2008.

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