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LM08 OXS

2008 BMW 123

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

156,531 mi
Last recorded156,531 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 OXS
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 156,531 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear brake caliper anti rattle clip missing

tyre pressure monitoring system lamp on

Pass 11 Mar 2025 154,318 miles

Engine oil level low.

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2024 149,608 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 140,206 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 134,428 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear 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))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Feb 2022 134,414 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 126,483 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2021 126,174 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2020 119,001 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 108,608 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 96,585 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 80,125 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 75,379 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 70,410 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 67,298 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 63,793 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 59,158 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 50,501 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 50,500 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing on the outside edges.

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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LM08 OXS is a 2008 BMW 123 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LM08 OXS, 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 LM08 OXS registered?

LM08 OXS is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 16 May 2008.

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