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KL08 TMX

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

143,451 mi
Last recorded143,451 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL08 TMX
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2020 143,451 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2020 143,451 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 140,168 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 140,168 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 137,722 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 132,658 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 132,520 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release does not release under tension (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

engine oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2015 124,553 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 115,061 miles

both front tyres worn bald inner edge

both front tyres worn low

oil level on minimum

Fail 3 Jun 2014 114,987 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

both front tyres worn bald inner edge

both front tyres worn low

n/s brake pad warning sensor wire haqnging loose

oil level on minimum

Pass 6 Jun 2013 101,981 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jun 2013 101,981 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2012 85,947 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2011 67,126 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake warning light on. sensor on nearside front brake pads broken

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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KL08 TMX is a 2008 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 KL08 TMX, 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 KL08 TMX registered?

KL08 TMX is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is KL08 TMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL08 TMX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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