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MV08 EFG

2008 BMW 123

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

35,733 mi
Last recorded35,733 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 EFG
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 35,733 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 33,621 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 32,759 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 31,813 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 27,884 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 27,884 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 27,123 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 26,392 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 25,592 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 23,596 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 22,396 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 21,286 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

could not check sills , covers fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2014 20,962 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 17,325 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 14,730 miles

Both front tyres heavily cracking in treads,NO cords visable.

Both rear tyres cracking in treads and slight wear on inner edges.

Pass 16 Apr 2011 11,190 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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MV08 EFG is a 2008 BMW 123 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MV08 EFG, 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 MV08 EFG registered?

MV08 EFG is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is MV08 EFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV08 EFG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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