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LL08 UPZ

2008 BMW 125

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

108,859 mi
Last recorded108,859 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL08 UPZ
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 108,859 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2024 106,902 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 104,816 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 97,943 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2021 90,373 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 83,930 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2020 83,930 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 76,529 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 66,759 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 57,765 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 47,383 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 37,309 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 29,197 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 27,499 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 22,918 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres have deep cracks in tread pattern and badly worn inner and outer edges

Pass 19 Jun 2012 18,047 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 18,047 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2012 18,047 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 12,635 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 125?

Based on 59,027 MOT tests across 5,126 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
6,168
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
5,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 378
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 374
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 204
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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LL08 UPZ is a 2008 BMW 125 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2008 BMW 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 60,205 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LL08 UPZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LL08 UPZ registered?

LL08 UPZ is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 20 June 2008.

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