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LJ57 XRT

2008 BMW 123

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

124,552 mi
Last recorded124,552 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 XRT
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 124,552 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2022 124,536 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2022 124,536 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 120,409 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front 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))

rear suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Fail 11 Oct 2021 120,409 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front 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))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

rear suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 6 Sep 2020 115,257 miles

underbody and suspension components have slight surface rust

Pass 2 Feb 2019 107,145 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 99,172 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2017 99,172 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 96,757 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 85,100 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 77,250 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 62,310 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 49,409 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 42,273 miles

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)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 28,114 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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LJ57 XRT is a 2008 BMW 123 in Blue 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 LJ57 XRT, 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 LJ57 XRT registered?

LJ57 XRT is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 1 February 2008.

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