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LJ08 HHB

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

43,731 mi
Last recorded43,731 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 HHB
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 43,731 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incorrectly seated- (secure)

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front coil spring incorrectly seated (secure)

Pass 3 Oct 2023 42,785 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 42,272 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 42,181 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 41,511 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 41,117 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 40,834 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 39,794 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 39,154 miles

Nearside Front worn outter edge,also cracking

Offside Front tyre worn outter edge ,also cracking

front brake discs slight corroded

Fail 10 Oct 2015 39,148 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also heavliy cracking (4.1.E.1)

Front brake discs corroding

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

Nearside Rear slow punchure

Pass 14 Oct 2014 38,538 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)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 36,397 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 36,397 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 34,783 miles

both front tyres slightly perished

Fail 15 Sep 2012 34,768 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both front tyres slightly perished

Pass 13 Aug 2011 33,645 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 31,774 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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LJ08 HHB is a 2008 BMW 123 in Grey 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 LJ08 HHB, 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 LJ08 HHB registered?

LJ08 HHB is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is LJ08 HHB safe to buy?

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