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MR51 DEF

2008 BMW 123

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,187 mi
Last recorded114,187 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR51 DEF
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2026 114,187 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 113,451 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 111,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2054018H (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 108,524 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2020 106,727 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 102,988 miles

small chips in wind screen

Pass 26 Mar 2018 99,304 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 96,971 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 93,566 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 86,659 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 80,447 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 71,449 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2012 62,258 miles

Diesel smoke emissions too low to trigger smoke meter.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 37,313 miles

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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MR51 DEF is a 2008 BMW 123 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MR51 DEF, 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 MR51 DEF registered?

MR51 DEF is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is MR51 DEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR51 DEF shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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