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LD58 SFX

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

129,135 mi
Last recorded129,135 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD58 SFX
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2020 129,135 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 129,123 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 125,366 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 124,683 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 124,683 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2017 112,746 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2017 112,746 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 110,061 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Nov 2016 110,061 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 106,098 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 96,532 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 85,795 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front jacking points missing

nearside front brake pad wear indicator detatched

Pass 24 Sep 2012 69,672 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 48,857 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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LD58 SFX is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LD58 SFX, 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 LD58 SFX registered?

LD58 SFX is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is LD58 SFX safe to buy?

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