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PE08 ZGN

2008 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

226,576 mi
Last recorded226,576 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 ZGN
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2024 226,576 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Front clamp corroded & broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 214,937 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 23 Dec 2022 214,636 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 190,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 4 Jan 2022 190,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 179,660 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 105,355 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 97,039 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 78,032 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 71,284 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 66,378 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 64,524 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2013 63,844 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2012 6,060 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 46,905 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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PE08 ZGN is a 2008 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PE08 ZGN, 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.

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What year was PE08 ZGN registered?

PE08 ZGN is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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