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LN08 UPS

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

150,772 mi
Last recorded150,772 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN08 UPS
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025 150,772 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2024 143,888 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 137,004 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 129,085 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 123,691 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))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 121,082 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 107,321 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 105,441 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 105,238 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 96,549 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Nov 2011 39,291 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 39,289 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 31,660 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 21,097 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LN08 UPS is a 2008 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LN08 UPS, 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 LN08 UPS registered?

LN08 UPS is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LN08 UPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN08 UPS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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