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RE08 RVX

2008 BMW 123

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

161,806 mi
Last recorded161,806 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2021 161,806 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2021 161,806 miles

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2020 158,043 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

corrosion to track rod ends.

light corrosion to rear subframe.

Fail 11 May 2020 158,042 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering support bracket (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

corrosion to track rod ends.

light corrosion to rear subframe.

Pass 15 Mar 2018 144,977 miles

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

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

rear bumper damaged n/s

Fail 15 Mar 2018 144,977 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

rear bumper damaged n/s

Pass 24 Mar 2017 116,960 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Mar 2016 86,875 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 80,251 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 62,818 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 52,546 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 40,090 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 34,516 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 RVX is a 2008 BMW 123 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RVX, 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 RVX registered?

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

Is RE08 RVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 RVX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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