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LB08 COJ

2008 BMW 125

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,291 mi
Last recorded99,291 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 COJ
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2019 99,291 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2019 99,291 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 97,758 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2018 96,755 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2016 89,292 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 80,571 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 71,150 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 71,126 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 61,337 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 52,884 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 46,776 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2011 46,775 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

How Reliable is the BMW 125?

Based on 59,027 MOT tests across 5,126 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
6,168
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
5,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 378
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 374
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 204
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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LB08 COJ is a 2008 BMW 125 in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 BMW 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 60,205 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 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB08 COJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LB08 COJ registered?

LB08 COJ is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is LB08 COJ safe to buy?

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