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LS08 WTP

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

155,260 mi
Last recorded155,260 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 WTP
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 155,260 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 Jun 2024 149,952 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 149,585 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 146,507 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nsf + osf (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear seats have been removed

Fail 8 Mar 2022 146,507 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nsf + osf (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced nsf + osf (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

rear seats have been removed

Pass 9 Mar 2021 141,431 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 134,380 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2020 134,379 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Upper Forward Radius Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Upper Radius Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 126,610 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 May 2016 107,755 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 91,802 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 88,768 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 88,765 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 74,009 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 72,598 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Apr 2012 72,598 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2011 55,324 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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LS08 WTP 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 82.4%.

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 LS08 WTP, 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 LS08 WTP registered?

LS08 WTP is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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