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LJ58 NOU

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

115,755 mi
Last recorded115,755 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 NOU
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 115,755 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 111,006 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 106,886 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 102,047 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 97,588 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 95,644 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 94,065 miles

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

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 6 Nov 2018 87,178 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 78,127 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 64,521 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 48,166 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 47,714 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 41,552 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 14 Sep 2013 33,948 miles

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

body damage

Pass 12 Sep 2012 30,341 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 25,196 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 25,196 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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LJ58 NOU 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 94.1%.

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 LJ58 NOU, 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

How do I check the history of LJ58 NOU?

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What year was LJ58 NOU registered?

LJ58 NOU is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 17 September 2008.

Is LJ58 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ58 NOU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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