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NE08 KUA

2008 BMW 125

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,116 mi
Last recorded81,116 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 12560,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNE08 KUA
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 81,116 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 78,386 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 73,686 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 69,173 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 69,066 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 59,967 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 59,967 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 55,001 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 54,832 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 52,785 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 47,712 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin looking low recommend to get checked (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect starting to leak (5.3.2 (b))

nearside rear tyre bald on very inner edge

Pass 27 Sep 2017 36,895 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 34,112 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 31,284 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Dec 2015 31,275 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 27,696 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 21,096 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 19,575 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 19,575 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 16,140 miles

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre at each side of the central band of tread is worn close to the legal limit,i.e. devoid of tread.

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.67mm

(4.1E.1)The offside rear tyre at each side of the central band of tread is worn close to the legal limit,i.e. devoid of tread.

(4.1E.1)The offside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.58mm

(5.4.2)The instrument display Air Bag warning lamp/liquid display systems lights indicate a system malfunction.

(8.3.1e)The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency recommend that items fitted to the windscreen or hanging from the interior mirror should not be fitted if they are likely to obscure the view of the road

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER OF THE VEHICLE

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following items having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a defective/deteriorated condition,and should be given attention.

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Fail 22 Jun 2012 16,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre at each side of the central band of tread is worn close to the legal limit,i.e. devoid of tread.

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre at each side of the central band of tread is worn close to the legal limit,i.e. devoid of tread.

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.67mm

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre at each side of the central band of tread is worn close to the legal limit,i.e. devoid of tread.

(4.1E.1)The offside rear tyre at each side of the central band of tread is worn close to the legal limit,i.e. devoid of tread.

(4.1E.1)The offside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.58mm

(5.4.2)The instrument display Air Bag warning lamp/liquid display systems lights indicate a system malfunction.

(8.3.1e)The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency recommend that items fitted to the windscreen or hanging from the interior mirror should not be fitted if they are likely to obscure the view of the road

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER OF THE VEHICLE

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following items having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a defective/deteriorated condition,and should be given attention.

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 29 Jun 2011 12,371 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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NE08 KUA is a 2008 BMW 125 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NE08 KUA, 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.

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What year was NE08 KUA registered?

NE08 KUA is a 2008 BMW 125, first registered on 1 July 2008.

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