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LG08 XDC

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

130,301 mi
Last recorded130,301 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 XDC
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2024 130,301 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Jan 2024 130,301 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb position wrong (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 118,738 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2023 118,558 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 103,150 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm with spring mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm with spring mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

damage to n/s/f wing

Pass 5 Jan 2021 94,557 miles

Brake pad warning light on (pads ok)

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Jan 2021 94,557 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Brake pad warning light on (pads ok)

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Clamp not tight (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 81,117 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 71,595 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 70,870 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 67,849 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 62,791 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 59,400 miles

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2014 54,827 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 49,385 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 42,183 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 36,416 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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LG08 XDC is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 LG08 XDC, 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 LG08 XDC registered?

LG08 XDC is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LG08 XDC safe to buy?

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