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RE08 RVN

2008 BMW 123

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

172,315 mi
Last recorded172,315 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 RVN
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021 172,315 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wiper missing

Pass 1 Aug 2019 155,594 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 142,134 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass deteriorating (3.3 (b) (i))

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

fuel filler flap defective

upper and lower covers fitted at time of MOT

Pass 18 Jul 2017 128,014 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 128,014 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 15 Jul 2017 127,943 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 116,202 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 30 Jul 2016 116,202 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 1 Aug 2015 104,043 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 85,474 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 73,092 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges and cracking

brake discs corroded due to standing

Fail 15 Oct 2013 73,092 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

both rear tyres worn on inner edges and cracking

brake discs corroded due to standing

Pass 30 Aug 2012 58,167 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 31 Aug 2011 39,946 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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RE08 RVN is a 2008 BMW 123 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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

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 RE08 RVN, 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 RE08 RVN registered?

RE08 RVN is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is RE08 RVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 RVN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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