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MV08 HCX

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

115,412 mi
Last recorded115,412 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 HCX
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 115,412 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including various associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 110,453 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 106,038 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear subframe and suspension arms have corrosion in various places

Fail 2 Jul 2024 105,967 miles

Central Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Rear subframe and suspension arms have corrosion in various places

Pass 12 Jul 2023 100,722 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 100,652 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 May 2023 100,626 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2022 92,057 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 85,549 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 May 2021 85,549 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2020 80,800 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 2000miles (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 74,627 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2018 64,848 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 54,986 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 50,953 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 46,467 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 41,050 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 37,080 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 1 May 2012 30,876 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 20,245 miles

Plastic under trays fitted to engine and gearbox.

Fail 28 Apr 2011 20,245 miles

Plastic under trays fitted to engine and gearbox.

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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 HCX is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HCX, 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 HCX registered?

MV08 HCX is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 19 April 2008.

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