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LB08 BTV

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

128,104 mi
Last recorded128,104 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 BTV
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2019 128,104 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 122,891 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 114,797 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 107,281 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 99,107 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted preventing view of some components

emissions not detected fast pass 0.03 1/m

Pass 8 Aug 2014 88,225 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions-no detection temp 62 fast pass

Pass 3 Jun 2013 77,904 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

rear brake pads getting low.

Pass 25 Apr 2012 68,114 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 52,521 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 52,521 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

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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LB08 BTV is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LB08 BTV, 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 LB08 BTV registered?

LB08 BTV is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is LB08 BTV safe to buy?

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