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RE08 VXU

2008 BMW 123

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

136,195 mi
Last recorded136,195 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 VXU
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2023 136,195 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 133,132 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 128,825 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 113,000 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2018 94,407 miles

both rear tyres 1.6 on centre

h/brake very slight binding n/s

tyre warning light flshing

Pass 16 May 2017 81,692 miles

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

emissions tested no reading detected

Fail 11 May 2017 81,674 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

emissions tested no reading detected

Pass 22 Apr 2016 64,278 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 56,349 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 45,945 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 35,488 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 29,532 miles

not full inspection of fuel/brake systems as covers fitted

Pass 31 May 2011 22,783 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 VXU is a 2008 BMW 123 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RE08 VXU, 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 VXU registered?

RE08 VXU is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is RE08 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 VXU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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