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LW08 MZP

2008 BMW 125

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,998 mi
Last recorded77,998 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW08 MZP
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 77,998 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2024 72,924 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 65,781 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2023 65,748 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 57,843 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 52,902 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 51,338 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 49,248 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 49,248 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Dec 2017 41,450 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 32,972 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 27,782 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 27,782 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 27,038 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 24,442 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 21,850 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 17,267 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 13,711 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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LW08 MZP is a 2008 BMW 125 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LW08 MZP, 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 LW08 MZP registered?

LW08 MZP is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is LW08 MZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW08 MZP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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