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LJ08 XJM

2008 BMW 123

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

111,550 mi
Last recorded111,550 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 XJM
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 111,550 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under body corrosion

Pass 6 Aug 2025 107,501 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2024 103,140 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 97,240 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 90,611 miles

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 9 Aug 2021 85,736 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 85,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 79,413 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 73,133 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 73,133 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 62,246 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 62,243 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 53,362 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 43,691 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 43,451 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 35,293 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 30,508 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 25,767 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 20,523 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 16,113 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 XJM is a 2008 BMW 123 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 XJM, 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 XJM registered?

LJ08 XJM is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 22 June 2008.

Is LJ08 XJM safe to buy?

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