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LIG 1218

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

116,839 mi
Last recorded116,839 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIG 1218
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 116,839 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 114,250 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 110,830 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 107,619 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 99,285 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 84,695 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 May 2017 71,753 miles

Front exhaust clamp split

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 3 May 2017 71,753 miles

Front exhaust clamp split

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 11 May 2016 65,348 miles

Front exhaust clamp fractured

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 62,782 miles

both rear tyres slight perrish marks no cords exposed

Pass 11 Mar 2014 57,779 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Mar 2013 44,136 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 13 Mar 2013 44,136 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 19 Mar 2012 31,010 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 31,010 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 15,619 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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LIG 1218 is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LIG 1218, 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 LIG 1218 registered?

LIG 1218 is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 13 February 2008.

Is LIG 1218 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LIG 1218 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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