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RF08 ZYX

2008 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

189,821 mi
Last recorded189,821 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 12386,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 ZYX
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 189,821 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 180,194 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 166,226 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 151,849 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2022 140,038 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 129,198 miles

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

slight play nearside rear lower suspension arm joint

Pass 14 Jul 2020 119,378 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 107,903 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front tyres worn edges slightly

Pass 20 Jul 2018 94,717 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 81,578 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

emissions to clean to read

Pass 2 Jul 2016 69,749 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 57,837 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 53,934 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

minor stonechips front screen

Pass 18 Jul 2013 47,692 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres wearing

Pass 24 Jul 2012 40,780 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2012 40,725 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 32,992 miles

Front tyres worn on edges

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 32,992 miles

Front tyres worn on edges

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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RF08 ZYX is a 2008 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 RF08 ZYX, 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 RF08 ZYX registered?

RF08 ZYX is a 2008 BMW 123, first registered on 20 June 2008.

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The MOT history for RF08 ZYX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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