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LA08 JXN

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

164,388 mi
Last recorded164,388 miles
Recorded on17 May 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 JXN
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2021 164,388 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2020 155,604 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2020 155,591 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2018 151,345 miles

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

offside mirror deteriorated

Pass 7 Jul 2017 135,661 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Jul 2016 125,951 miles

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 104,946 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 84,778 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 62,186 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 42,050 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 29,408 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 29,373 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 28,748 miles

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

slight damage to outersill

trims fitted to outersills

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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LA08 JXN is a 2008 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 LA08 JXN, 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 LA08 JXN registered?

LA08 JXN is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is LA08 JXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 JXN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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