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LL08 DXT

2008 BMW 123

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

156,234 mi
Last recorded156,234 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL08 DXT
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 156,234 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak engine ()

Fail 27 Apr 2018 156,165 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2ml (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 3 Apr 2017 146,783 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 143,033 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 134,084 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 126,348 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2014 126,294 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Abnormal vibration from engine/transmission (Suspect flywheel u/s)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 119,227 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 99,116 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 99,109 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 May 2011 69,069 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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LL08 DXT is a 2008 BMW 123 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LL08 DXT, 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.

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What year was LL08 DXT registered?

LL08 DXT is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is LL08 DXT safe to buy?

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