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PL08 XDG

2008 BMW 123

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,629 mi
Last recorded92,629 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 XDG
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 30 Jan 2019 92,629 miles

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

plastic covers prevents full inspection of various components

Pass 2 Feb 2018 74,955 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 71,295 miles

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

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 11 Jul 2015 66,570 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 61,654 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2013 56,872 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise slight travel in parking brake lever inside vehicle

Pass 12 Oct 2012 49,884 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 47,547 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

n/s/f tyre bald on outer edge, 205/50/17v run flat.

oil residue on rear diff.

Pass 7 Jul 2011 34,591 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

aims adjusted.

n/s/r inner drive shaft to diff, small oil leak,

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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PL08 XDG is a 2008 BMW 123 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 PL08 XDG, 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 PL08 XDG registered?

PL08 XDG is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 21 July 2008.

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