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LS57 XBL

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,755 mi
Last recorded96,755 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS57 XBL
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2021 96,755 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2021 96,752 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 91,043 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 35,823 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 29,324 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 19,334 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2010 19,334 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LS57 XBL is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 LS57 XBL, 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 LS57 XBL registered?

LS57 XBL is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is LS57 XBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS57 XBL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LS57 XBL have outstanding finance?

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